The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities is a governmental body responsible for the development and management of the tourism sector in Palestine, as well as the preservation and protection of the country's cultural heritage and antiquities. Hani al-Hayek is the current minister.

Established in 1994, the ministry's main goal is to promote Palestine as a unique and attractive tourism destination, with a focus on cultural and historical tourism. The ministry works towards achieving this goal by developing and implementing policies, strategies, and programs that support the growth of the tourism industry in Palestine, while also ensuring the preservation of the country's cultural heritage sites.

The ministry's main activities include the identification, protection, and restoration of historic sites and buildings, as well as the development of cultural and heritage tourism products and services. The ministry also provides support and guidance to local communities and businesses involved in the tourism industry.

Additionally, the ministry is responsible for regulating and licensing tour operators, travel agencies, and other tourism-related businesses in Palestine, as well as providing training and educational programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the tourism workforce.

List of ministers # Name Party Government Term start Term end Notes Minister of Tourism 1 Elias Freij Independent 1, 2 5 July 1994 May 1997 2 Independent 3 9 August 1998 13 June 2002 Minister of Tourism and Antiquities 3 Nabeel Kassis Independent 4, 5 13 June 2002 30 April 2003 (2) Independent 6 30 April 2003 7 October 2003 4 Salam Fayyad Independent 7 7 October 2003 12 November 2003 (2) Independent 8 12 November 2003 24 February 2005 5 Independent 9 24 February 2005 29 March 2006 6 Joudeh George Murqos Independent 10 29 March 2006 17 March 2007 7 Khouloud Daibes Independent 11, 12, 13 17 March 2007 16 May 2012 8 Rula Maayah Fatah 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 16 May 2012 31 March 2024 9 Hani al-Hayek Fatah 19 31 March 2024 Incumbent

See also Tourism in Palestine

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