The State defines and implements national tourism policy.
It determines and implements the procedures for approving and classifying tourist facilities, organisations and activities in accordance with the procedures laid down by decree.
It defines and conducts national tourism promotion operations in conjunction with local authorities and the partners concerned.
It lays down the rules and guidelines for international cooperation in the field of tourism and ensures their implementation, particularly within the relevant international organisations.
The State promotes the coordination of public and private initiatives in the field of tourism. It provides support for tourism development initiatives undertaken by local authorities, in particular by signing planning contracts with the regions under the conditions set out in articles 11 and 12 of law no. 82-653 of 29 July 1982 on planning reform and article L. 4251-1 of the General Code for Local Authorities.