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Economic Development, Education and Tourism

Thematic Area Overview

The convergence of technological innovation and shifting societal values is reshaping how cities support economic

development, education, and tourism. Traditional models of economic measurement, educational delivery, and tourism-driven

growth are being challenged by demands for greater resilience, inclusivity, and environmental stewardship.

The Economic Development, Education & Tourism thematic area focuses on leveraging virtual worlds to transform how cities

facilitate learning, professional growth, economic opportunity, and cultural experiences in a more sustainable and human-

centric way. The thematic area will span the following topics, inter alia:

• Resilient and immersive education: using virtual worlds to ensure continuity of learning beyond physical boundaries

and creating highly engaging, personalized learning environments that improve outcomes and foster global collaboration.
• Economic system transformation: enabling more sustainable economic development through support for the circular

economy, blue economy initiatives, remote work hubs, and real-time economic forecasting that enhances decision-making

and investment planning.
• Sustainable and cultural tourism: preserving indigenous heritage and cultural identity while reimagining tourism

experiences that blend physical and virtual engagement, reduce environmental impacts, and generate greater benefits for

local communities.

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