Recent issues - how it affects hospitality sector?
The recent strained diplomatic ties between India and Canada is a major cause for concern for the hospitality sector in the State, especially ahead of a major tourism season.
Kerala receives around 25,000 to 30,000 Canadian tourists every year.
In the latest development, the Indo-Canadian relationship has hit a new low with both countries issuing travel advisories urging their citizens to ‘exercise utmost caution’ while travelling to some regions in the other country.
For Kerala, Canada is one of the top 10 countries to contribute to foreign tourist arrivals in the State, according to the data available with the tourism department.
This year, when the tourism industry in the State is getting ready for a robust season, the diplomatic row between India and Canada has come as a dampener.
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