During a Tourism Strategic Session, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko outlined a plan to boost budget support for Russia’s tourism sector, signaling a significant expansion of public investment. The announcement highlights a deliberate move to strengthen one of the country’s most important industries and set the stage for broader economic impact. The information is reported by Interfax.
The plan envisages allocating 48 billion rubles each year to develop tourism, a nearly 1.5-fold increase over the prior figure. Officials project that this intensified funding will lift the region’s contribution to gross domestic product by up to five percent, reflecting an intent to stimulate growth through targeted subsidies, infrastructure upgrades, and coordinated policy actions. The budget expansion underscores a broader strategy to integrate tourism with regional development and export growth. (Interfax)
Additional resources are earmarked for a prioritized national project aimed at elevating infrastructure quality and capacity. Specifically, the rollout includes expanding the state-guaranteed financing program for infrastructure investments, with 27.5 thousand hotel rooms already constructed and more in the pipeline. This step is intended to improve accessibility, reliability, and visitor experiences across key destinations, enabling domestic and international travelers to access a wider range of services. (Interfax)
Authorities also signaled a roadmap for modernizing the transport fleet to support increased travel demand. The plan calls for purchasing new aircraft, cruise ships, trains, and buses, reflecting a holistic approach to mobility that connects airports, ports, and urban centers. Coupled with this, measures to boost inbound tourism will be expanded, including broader e-visa access and enhanced subsidies for transportation to ease travel for foreign visitors. These actions aim to shorten travel times, improve safety, and raise overall satisfaction for international guests. (Interfax)
In related developments, tourism experts recently noted a rise in tourist flows from Russia to Israel, highlighting shifting travel patterns and the importance of diversified international routes. The trend is discussed in industry updates and underscores the need for resilient tourism networks that can respond to changing demand across regions. (Interfax)
Looking further ahead, the Ministry of Economic Development has projected a notable increase in domestic tourism within the Russian Federation by 2030. This forecast aligns with broader efforts to promote domestic travel, diversify regional tourism assets, and encourage balanced regional growth through public-private collaboration and strategic investments. (Interfax)