Thiruvananthapuram, June 15 -- In a major push to strengthen Kerala's engagement with the Middle East travel market, Kochi will host Indo-Arab Connect 2026 from August 31 to September 2, bringing together leading tourism stakeholders, policymakers and travel trade representatives from across the Arab world.

Releasing the logo of the event in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Tourism Minister P.C. Vishnunadh said visitors from Arab countries are expected to play a pivotal role in the future growth of the state's tourism economy.

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan will inaugurate the summit on August 31.

Organised by Tourism India Media Group in collaboration with Kerala Tourism, industry associations and major airlines, Indo-Arab Connect 2026 is bill...