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(240716) -- BEIJING, July 16, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Pan Baofen brews tea at the homestay she operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by Xin

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This combo photo shows aerial views of a homestay before (above, file photo) and after refurbishment (below, taken by Xinhua journalist Liu Xu on June 26, 2024) at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Staff members take photos for tourists at a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 11, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo b

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Yu Qiongtong pulls the curtain of a room at the homestay he operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surroundin

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 11, 2024 shows terraced fields at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Workers have lunch at the construction site of a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Ph

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Pan Fenglan (C) talks with German tourists at the homestay she operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surroun

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A college graduate newly recruited by a homestay is out for business at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surroundin

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This combo photo shows homestays and terraced fields in 2013 (above, file photo) and 2024 (below, taken by Xinhua journalist Cao Yiming) at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the de

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Yu Qiongtong has a business call at the homestay he operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 27, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas.

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Li Bin (1st L) serves tea to tourists at the homestay he operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding a

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Pan Baofen and her husband work at the homestay they operate at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas.

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows a panoramic view of homestays and terraced fields at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related busines

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows homestays at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by Xinhu

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Pan Baofen brews tea at the homestay she operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by X

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Pan Baofen brews tea at the homestay she operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by X

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A German tourist orders food at a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by Xinhua/A

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A villager walks in terraced fields at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 10, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRE

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Li Bin, a homestay operator, waves goodbye to tourists at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Yu Qiongtong (1st L), a homestay operator, talks with newly-recruited staff members at his homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 10, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-r

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Li Bin (1st L) serves tea to tourists at the homestay he operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding a

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- German tourists enjoy rural scenery at a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by X

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Newly-recruited college graduates edit a promotion video clip at a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 10, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in sur

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists are pictured during a traditional festival at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 11, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by

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Jordan seeks to woo Chinese tourists

STORY: Jordan seeks to woo Chinese tourists SHOOTING DATE: Feb. 28, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 29, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:09 LOCATION: Amman CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of views in Jordan 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): MAKRAM QUEISI, Jordanian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ZURAB POLOLIKASHVILI, Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) 4. various of views in Jordan STORYLINE: Jordan's tourism sector is planning a trip to China to woo Chinese tourists, said Jordanian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Makram Queisi on Wednesday. At a joint press conference with Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Zurab Pololikashvili at the archaeological site of Amman Citadel in the country's capital, Queisi said China is one of the major and promising markets in the world, and Jordan welcomes Chinese tourists. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): MAKRAM QUEISI, Jordanian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities "China is one of the majo

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UNWTO official sends Chinese New Year greetings

STORY: UNWTO official sends Chinese New Year greetings SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 9, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 15, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:17 LOCATION: Madrid CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of UNWTO executive director, Natalia Bayona, congratulating the Chinese New Year through a video on social networks STORYLINE: An official of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has sent her greetings on the occasion of the Chinese New Year. The executive director of the UNWTO, Natalia Bayona, congratulated the Chinese New Year from Madrid, where the headquarters of the UNWTO is located. Through a video on social networks, Bayona has expressed: "I wish the global Chinese community a happy, peaceful, and prosperous Year of the Dragon." The UNWTO executive director emphasized that the Year of the Dragon "represents ambition, prosperity, good fortune, and its power in bringing people together. These values align perfectly with our tourism sector." Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Madrid. (XHTV)

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SPAIN-MADRID-CHINESE TEA CULTURE-PROMOTION

(230609) -- MADRID, June 9, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 8, 2023 shows a promotion event of Maojian green tea from central China's Xinyang City, at the headquarters of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Madrid, Spain. (Xinhua/Meng Dingbo)

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SPAIN-MADRID-CHINESE TEA CULTURE-PROMOTION

(230609) -- MADRID, June 9, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A staff member tastes tea during a promotion event of Maojian green tea from central China's Xinyang City, at the headquarters of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Madrid, Spain, June 8, 2023. (Xinhua/Meng Dingbo)

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SPAIN-MADRID-CHINESE TEA CULTURE-PROMOTION

(230609) -- MADRID, June 9, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 8, 2023 shows a tea art performance at a promotion event of Maojian green tea from central China's Xinyang City, at the headquarters of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Madrid, Spain. (Xinhua/Meng Dingbo)

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SPAIN-MADRID-CHINESE TEA CULTURE-PROMOTION

(230609) -- MADRID, June 9, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 8, 2023 shows a promotion event of Maojian green tea from central China's Xinyang City, at the headquarters of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Madrid, Spain. (Xinhua/Meng Dingbo)

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Exploring Jordan's tourism village Umm Qais

STORY: Exploring Jordan's tourism village Umm Qais DATELINE: Jan. 19, 2023 LENGTH: 0:03:16 LOCATION: Amman CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Umm Qais archeological site 2. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): TAHANI ALSAYAH, Artifact shop owner in the Umm Qais archeological site STORYLINE: Located in northern Jordan, Umm Qais features picturesque scenery with many perennial trees and rare forms of vegetation, as well as rich historical and cultural heritage including archeological sites of an ancient Roman city and an Ottoman village. Umm Qais has recently been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the "Best Tourism Villages of 2022", as a recognition of its commitment to innovation and sustainability. Additionally, women play a vital role in the village's tourism and business sectors, where multiple women-led initiatives have increased employment opportunities for locals. Tahani Alsayah, who worked on the site for four years in handcrafting traditional household items made

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SPAIN-EXTREMADURA-GUADALUPE-BEST TOURISM VILLAGE

(221231) -- MADRID, Dec. 31, 2022 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Dec. 27, 2022 shows a view of Guadalupe in Extremadura, Spain. The village has been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the "Best Tourism Villages of 2022". (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua)

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SPAIN-EXTREMADURA-GUADALUPE-BEST TOURISM VILLAGE

(221231) -- MADRID, Dec. 31, 2022 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Dec. 27, 2022 shows a view of Guadalupe in Extremadura, Spain. The village has been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the "Best Tourism Villages of 2022". (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua)

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SPAIN-EXTREMADURA-GUADALUPE-BEST TOURISM VILLAGE

(221231) -- MADRID, Dec. 31, 2022 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Dec. 27, 2022 shows a view of Guadalupe in Extremadura, Spain. The village has been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the "Best Tourism Villages of 2022". (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua)

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SPAIN-EXTREMADURA-GUADALUPE-BEST TOURISM VILLAGE

(221231) -- MADRID, Dec. 31, 2022 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Dec. 27, 2022 shows a view of Guadalupe in Extremadura, Spain. The village has been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the "Best Tourism Villages of 2022". (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua)

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SPAIN-EXTREMADURA-GUADALUPE-BEST TOURISM VILLAGE

(221231) -- MADRID, Dec. 31, 2022 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Dec. 27, 2022 shows a view of Guadalupe in Extremadura, Spain. The village has been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the "Best Tourism Villages of 2022". (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua)

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SPAIN-EXTREMADURA-GUADALUPE-BEST TOURISM VILLAGE

(221231) -- MADRID, Dec. 31, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A monastery is pictured in Guadalupe, Extremadura, Spain, Dec. 27, 2022. The village has been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the "Best Tourism Villages of 2022". (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua)

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SPAIN-EXTREMADURA-GUADALUPE-BEST TOURISM VILLAGE

(221231) -- MADRID, Dec. 31, 2022 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Dec. 27, 2022 shows a view of Guadalupe in Extremadura, Spain. The village has been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the "Best Tourism Villages of 2022". (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua)

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ISRAEL-KFAR KAMA-DANCERS-BEST TOURISM VILLAGE

(221225) -- KFAR KAMA, Dec. 25, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Young Israeli Circassians perform at the Circassian Heritage Museum in Kfar Kama, Israel, on Dec. 24, 2022. The village has been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the "Best Tourism Villages of 2022". (Ayal Margolin/JINI via Xinhua)

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China's Dazhai Village recognized among Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by UNWTO

STORY: China's Dazhai Village recognized among Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by UNWTO DATELINE: Dec. 24, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:42 LOCATION: NANNING, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. aerial view of Dazhai Village STORYLINE: Dazhai Village in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region has been named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism revealed the news on Tuesday evening, citing the newly released 32 Best Tourism Villages of 2022 list by the UNWTO. The UNWTO launched the Best Tourism Villages initiative in 2021. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Nanning, China. (XHTV)

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"China for us is a very important market": Saudi tourism minister

STORY: "China for us is a very important market": Saudi tourism minister DATELINE: June 10, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:07 LOCATION: JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE (English): AHMED AL-KHATEEB, Saudi Arabia's Tourism Minister STORYLINE: Saudi Arabia's Tourism Minister Ahmed Al Khateeb said China is an important tourism market, and the Arab country hopes that more Chinese tourists would visit to learn about Saudi heritage, culture and people. Al Khateeb made the remarks before the 116th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting, which opened Tuesday in the Saudi coastal city Jeddah. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): AHMED AL-KHATEEB, Saudi Arabia's Tourism Minister "China for us is a very important market, and we have been enjoying your culture and heritage for many years, especially your delicious food where we can find it everywhere in Saudi Arabia. Now we want the Chinese to come and experience the Saudi heritage, culture and people. We want to diversify our

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SAUDI ARABIA-JEDDAH-TOURISM MINISTER-INTERVIEW

(220608) -- JEDDAH (SAUDI ARABIA), June 8, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Saudi Arabia's Tourism Minister Ahmed Al Khateeb (R) and Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), pose for a photo during the 116th UNWTO Executive Council Meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, June 7, 2022. (Saudi Ministry of Tourism/Handout via Xinhua) TO GO WITH Interview: Saudi Arabia minister says China significant market for kingdom's tourism market

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SAUDI ARABIA-JEDDAH-116TH UNWTO EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING

(220607) -- JEDDAH (SAUDI ARABIA), June 7, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 7, 2022 shows the 116th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The 116th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting kicked off Tuesday in Jeddah, focusing on boosting the recovery of global tourism. (Saudi Ministry of Tourism/Handout via Xinhua)

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SAUDI ARABIA-JEDDAH-116TH UNWTO EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING

(220607) -- JEDDAH (SAUDI ARABIA), June 7, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 7, 2022 shows the 116th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The 116th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting kicked off Tuesday in Jeddah, focusing on boosting the recovery of global tourism. (Saudi Ministry of Tourism/Handout via Xinhua)

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SAUDI ARABIA-JEDDAH-116TH UNWTO EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING

(220607) -- JEDDAH (SAUDI ARABIA), June 7, 2022 (Xinhua) -- First Vice-Chair of the UNWTO Executive Council Ahmed Al-Khateeb (2nd L), who is also the Saudi tourism minister, attends the 116th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on June 7, 2022. The 116th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting kicked off Tuesday in Jeddah, focusing on boosting the recovery of global tourism. (Saudi Ministry of Tourism/Handout via Xinhua)

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SPAIN-MADRID-UNWTO-RUSSIA-INTENTION TO WITHDRAW

(220427) -- MADRID, April 27, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on April 27, 2022 shows the headquarters of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Madrid, Spain. The UNWTO confirmed here on Wednesday that Russia had announced its intention to withdraw from the organization. (Xinhua/Meng Dingbo)

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SPAIN-MADRID-UNWTO-RUSSIA-INTENTION TO WITHDRAW

(220427) -- MADRID, April 27, 2022 (Xinhua) -- People walk past the headquarters of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Madrid, Spain, April 27, 2022. The UNWTO confirmed here on Wednesday that Russia had announced its intention to withdraw from the organization. (Xinhua/Meng Dingbo)

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SPAIN-MADRID-UNWTO-RUSSIA-INTENTION TO WITHDRAW

(220427) -- MADRID, April 27, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on April 27, 2022 shows the headquarters of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Madrid, Spain. The UNWTO confirmed here on Wednesday that Russia had announced its intention to withdraw from the organization. (Xinhua/Meng Dingbo)