Alexey Khersoncev

Alexey Khersoncev is a Russian politician and the Deputy Minister of Economic Development, responsible for overseeing the implementation of reforms in the tourism sector. He has been actively involved in the introduction of a new classification system for tourist accommodations in Russia, which mandates that hotels, camps, and glamping sites undergo a self-assessment process to be legally operational by September 1, 2025. Khersoncev has emphasized the importance of these reforms for improving service quality and enhancing the overall tourist experience in the country.