On World Tourism Day, the Saint Lucia Hospitality and Tourism Association (SLHTA) emphasised the importance of the tourism sector to the national economy. SLHTA President Paul Collymore described tourism's impact as profound. 'In Saint Lucia, the profound impact of tourism resonates in nearly every household, with over 15,000 individuals directly employed in this sector and an additional 55,000 benefiting indirectly,' Collymore said. The SLHTA official explained that the organisation is committed to fostering a sustainable and diversified tourism landscape that will benefit all. Collymore lauded tourism workers for their critical role in Saint Lucia's success. In addition, he praised their
