The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang welcomed more than 1.5 million tourists in the first quarter of this year. (Photo: zingnews.vn) Kien Giang (VNA) – The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang welcomed more than 1.5 million tourists in the first quarter of this year, surging 3.7 percent against the same period in 2017. Foreign arrivals were 59.5 percent higher than a year earlier with 173,000 people. Apart from renowned Phu Quoc island, Nam Du, Lai Son, An Son, Ba Lua and Hai Tac islands have become magnets for holiday-makers recently. Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Mai Van Huynh said that tourism will be developed into a spearhead economy in the locality, adding that attention has been paid to improving infrastructure, investment projects and human resource training. Phu Quoc island will be developed into an international hub for eco-tourism, resort tourism and amusement and a regional financial centre, he noted. Thanks to local … [Read more...] about Kien Giang draws 1.5 million tourists in first quarter
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Kien Giang ensures warm Chol Chnam Thmay for Khmer people
Along with delivering greetings to Khmer pagodas, policy beneficiary families, dignitaries and formal Khmer officials, the provincial authorities will organize various cultural and sport activities during the festival. An art performance of the Khmer people during their New Year festival - Chol Chnam Thmay. Photo: kiengiang.tintuc.vn Priority will be given to popularization work to raise public awareness of the Party’s policies and the State’s laws, promote emulation in building new style rural areas and accelerate the study of President Ho Chi Minh’s ideology, morals and lifestyle. In addition, the province will work to remind the ethnic group to stay vigilant over the hostile forces’ sabotage schemes and activities to drive a wedge in the great national unity bloc. In the past years, Kien Giang has carried out numerous programs and projects to improve livelihoods of Khmer families. Last year, poverty rate among Khmer people was 10.3 percent, … [Read more...] about Kien Giang ensures warm Chol Chnam Thmay for Khmer people
Miss Sea Vietnam Global 2018 to be held in Kien Giang
40 selected contestants at home and abroad by jury board will enter the final round. They will join activities during the final round, such as visiting and offering incenses to burial sites of martyrs, Nguyen Trung Truc and Chi Su, presenting gifts to orphans in Phat Quang School, visiting U Minh Thuong revolutionary base and promoting tourism and cultural products of Kien Giang province. The beauty contest aims to promote and honor the beauty of Vietnamese women associated with the beauty of Vietnamese seas and islands. It also raises awareness among people, especially the youth, of Vietnam's sovereignty over the two archipelagos, Hoang Sa and Truong Sa as well as the importance of protecting the national sea and islands. Apart from the highest title “Miss Sea Vietnam Global 2018”, the organization board will also name First and Second Runner-ups, Miss Talent, Miss Ao Dai, Miss Amity, Miss Tourism, Miss Photo, Miss Party Dress and Miss Beautiful Skin. By VINH THUAN, VAN … [Read more...] about Miss Sea Vietnam Global 2018 to be held in Kien Giang
Kien Giang sees export surge in Q1
Shrimp processing for exports (Source: VNA) Kien Giang (VNA) – The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang raked in nearly 137 million USD from exports during the first three months of this year, an 81 percent increase from the same period last year. Of the total, the export value of farm products accounted for 60 million USD and that from aquatic items was 38 million USD, up 59 percent and 18 percent, respectively. Other products brought home nearly 40 million USD, a seven-fold increase year on year. Director of the provincial Department of Industry and Trade Ngo Cong Tuoc said the province has boosted trade promotion to expand export markets for its key products such as rice and seafood, and footwear. Local exporters have also focused on traditional markets while exploring new and potential markets. Connection between enterprises and farmers in key production areas has also been strengthened to ensure material supply for for-export processing. In order to realise the export … [Read more...] about Kien Giang sees export surge in Q1
Top 5 island idylls in Kien Giang
The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang attracts a huge number of visitors in summer, thanks to its tropical paradise islands with long stretches of sandy beach. Here is the list of the top 5 must-visit islands in the province. Phu Quoc has become a famous tourist attraction for both local and foreign visitors thanks to its pristine beauty, fresh air, blue seas, and white sand beaches. It is also famous for the delicious fresh food. (Photo: Olga Shumilova) Some 250 km from Ho Chi Minh City, Nam Du is comprised of 21 islets. There are many stunning beaches on Nam Du Island including Dat Do, Gieng, and Ngu with dapples of shade provided by coconut tree silhouettes cast across the pure white sands. Visitors can hire a motorbike to ride across the island or visit the famous Mieu Ba Chua Xu temple near Bai Tret. (Photo: Heyz Dee) Hon Son Island in the southern coastal province of Kien Giang is a new destination for summer retreats, boasting pristine natural beauty … [Read more...] about Top 5 island idylls in Kien Giang