To support Myanmar as an international tourist destination by creating domestic and international markets effectively.
To protect the rights of tour operators and tourists, and to understand and comply with their obligations.
To ensure the quality and safety of tourism services.
To enhance the coordination and cooperation for the development and management of the tourism sector.
To create employment opportunities and develop human resources through the tourism education development.
To develop responsible tourism activities that will contribute to the country's sustainable development, eco-tourism and conservation of the natural environment.
To develop local businesses, small and medium enterprises based on tourism and economic opportunities for local communities, as well as Community-Based Tourism (CBT).
To coordinate and cooperate with local and international institutions and tourism experts in conducting research for tourism development.
