Poços de Caldas to host 5th National Seminar on Tourism Governance

The 5th National Seminar on Tourism Governance will take place from November 9 to 12, 2026, in Poços de Caldas, Minas Gerais. The event is supported by the Associação Mineira de Municípios (AMM) and aims to bring together public managers, professionals, and industry representatives.

The seminar will focus on public management strategies, including municipal governance, integrated destination management, sustainable tourism, smart cities, regionalization, and financing mechanisms. The goal is to foster debate on the role of municipalities in Brazilian tourism development and facilitate the exchange of experiences to strengthen the sector.

Lucas Vieira, president of the AMM and mayor of Iguatama, stated that tourism is directly linked to municipal development by stimulating the economy, creating opportunities, and valuing local culture.