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 comply with their obligations;
To ensure the quality and safety of tourism services;
To enhance coordination and cooperation for the development and management of the tourism sector;
To create employment opportunities and develop human resources by enhancing the awareness of tourism;
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 business, 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.