On behalf of the AITEX 2007 Organizing Committee and the Ministry of Tourism, I take advantage of this auspicious occasion to express my warmest welcome to all dearest buyers, sellers and medias from around the globe to the 2nd Angkor International Tourism Exchange 2007 (AITEX’07), which will be taken place in Siem Reap, Cambodia from 1st – 3rd October 2007.

AITEX is a trade-only mart designed to offer opportunity for all suppliers of diverse travel products in Asia to meet selected buyers from around the world through scheduled appointment. It is also an ideal forum for buyers to gather the latest information on tourism products and services, establish new business contacts and learn about new business contacts and tourism trend in the region. Moreover, participation in AITEX 2007 is not only gaining benefit of business but it also offers all participants a golden opportunity to experience our magical kingdom- Home of New Wonders of the World-Angkor Wat, through pre and post tour arrangements.

Cambodia is a country rich in a wide diversity of nature, culture, history and environment. This charming land of gentle people has opened its doors to offer visitors a unique experience, fascinating traditional dances, centuries of history, pristine white-sand beaches and underwater treasures, scarce species of Mekong River Dolphin, bird fauna and flora, exquisite forestry and mountainous sceneries, rare species of wildlife, waterfalls, wide variety of ethnic minority cultures, tradition and custom in north-eastern provinces of Cambodia.

Even though Cambodia is a country of ASEAN Perfect 10 paradises and home of Angkor Wat -New Wonders of the World and Heritage of Humanity, but Cambodia seems to be hidden in the world tourism map and some part of the world is still in dark of Cambodia location. Therefore, for exposing Cambodia to the world, we strongly need the participation and cooperation from all of you for our mutual benefit.

Once again may I take this opportunity to extend my sincere thanks for your support in making AITEX 2007 a great success and look forward to welcoming you to Cambodia-Home of New Wonders of the World and Heritage of Humanity.

Thank you,

Dr. Thong Khon
Minister of Tourism