Core Viewpoint - The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has officially released the international standard "Sustainable Tourism - Requirements and Guidelines for Indicators of Tourism Value Chain Organizations" (ISO 18060:2026), marking a significant step in promoting sustainable tourism practices globally [1][2]. Group 1: Standard Overview - ISO 18060 was jointly proposed by China and Brazil and took over three years to develop, being the first international standard in the tourism sector promoted by BRICS countries [1]. - The standard provides a unified indicator system and implementation methods for measuring sustainable development performance across various organizations in the tourism value chain [1][2]. - It aims to enhance the operational quality and social responsibility of tourism enterprises, destination management organizations, and related service providers by focusing on environmental, social, and economic dimensions [1]. Group 2: Industry Implications - The standard aligns with global sustainable development agendas and policies, helping enterprises strengthen their sustainable management capabilities while providing a comparable and analyzable benchmark for the industry [2]. - It is expected to facilitate the transition of the tourism industry from advocating for sustainability to managing performance, serving as an important tool for organizations in sustainable management, assessment, and communication [2]. - The Ministry of Culture and Tourism plans to promote the adoption of this standard as a national standard, encouraging more tourism enterprises to participate in its implementation [2].
文旅部牵头,全球首个由金砖国家共同推动形成的旅游国际标准发布
Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-29 11:34