The month of January saw an increase in the number of tourists in the country. The overall rise was 4%, with growth particularly in two markets: Canada and Brazil. This information was provided by Pedro Machado, Secretary of State for Tourism, during the launch of the second edition of the 'Integrar para o Turismo' program. Canada saw the largest increase at 12%, while Brazil saw an 8% rise. The Secretary of State also announced revenue growth figures between 5.5% and 6.8%. Machado emphasized that the sector faces challenges regarding the qualification of the tourist experience and sustainable growth. The program aims to train 1,000 immigrants by 2026 to work in the restaurant and hotel sectors to address labor shortages.