The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) proudly announces that Mr. Garstang Bitauea has completed the Seminar on Integration of Culture and Technology for Belt and Road Countries, held in the People’s Republic of China from 15 to 28 October 2025.
The two-week seminar brought together participants from ten countries, including Kiribati, to explore how digital innovation and cultural integration can support sustainable tourism and development.
The program focused on key themes such as artificial intelligence in cultural industries, digital preservation of heritage, and smart tourism solutions.
As part of the program, participants visited Tencent Headquarters in Beijing, cultural heritage sites like the Great Wall and the Temple of Heaven, and innovation labs in Changsha, gaining firsthand insights into China’s integration of culture and technology.
TAK extends its sincere appreciation to the Government of the People’s Republic of China, the Ministry of Commerce, and the Central Academy of Culture and Tourism Administration (CACTA) for this valuable opportunity.
The knowledge and experience gained will contribute to TAK’s ongoing efforts to embrace technology and innovation in advancing Kiribati’s tourism sector.