Founded in 2015, the AAST Entrepreneurship Center supports innovation and startups across the Arab region through programs in incubation, acceleration, training, Startup competitions and Events. 








A regional initiative designed to empower rural tourism across Arab countries through entrepreneurship, innovation, and digital transformation.

Part of the AfTIAS 2.0 Program, supporting trade and sustainable development in the region.

RTED Arabs builds and strengthens a dynamic ecosystem for rural tourism entrepreneurship by:                               

  • Supporting rural communities
  • Creating employment opportunities
  • Enabling innovation and digital transformation
  • Developing sustainable agritourism models and value chains


    -Objectives

  • Support rural communities and the tourism sector
  • Enable a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem in rural tourism 
  • Drive digital transformation in rural destinations 
  • Promote sustainable agritourism models











A regional startup challenge identifying innovative solutions in rural tourism.







A structured incubation program offering:

  • Mentorship
  • Training
  • Technical support







A digital hub providing:

  • Online training
  • Visibility for initiatives
  • Market access opportunities

 







  • Workshops
  • Expert meetings
  • Networking sessions
  • Designed to foster collaboration and support rural tourism startups.