STV President Dominique de Buman is elected Switzerland's highest-ranking person
Dominique de Buman, president of the Swiss Tourism Federation, has been appointed president of the National Council. The Swiss tourism industry is going through a delicate phase and needs a strong political voice now more than ever, the federation states in a press release.
As the umbrella organization of the tourism industry, the STV represents the political interests of tourism and its service providers. It is therefore essential for the STV to maintain a good and direct connection to parliament, the association writes in a press release. Dominique de Buman has put his heart and soul into his role as a link between the tourism associations and politicians since his election as STV President in 2009 and has actively worked to improve the framework conditions for the tourism industry as a member of the National Council.
Digitalization and the associated globalization and, in particular, climate change are the major challenges that tourism is currently facing and will continue to face in the future. In order for Switzerland to remain an attractive tourist destination and thus make a significant contribution to the national economy, it needs the support of the government, writes the STV. It is hoped that the election of Dominique de Buman as President of the National Council will help the fragile Swiss tourism industry to gain political weight and general attention. (hae/pd)
