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Today, travelers tend to be more concerned about the quality of the destination. Guests will stay longer if the destination has many interesting experiencing activities. If previously, the trend of cruises has changed in recent years to resort in the mountains, to experience the local culture. … [Read more...] about Green tourism – sustainable development direction of Vietnam’s tourism

Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved a tourism development strategy by 2030. The strategy aims to turn Vietnam into a renowned destination by 2025, ranking among three leading countries in terms of tourism development in Southeast Asia and among top 50 nations with the highest tourism competitiveness in the world. Accordingly, tourism revenue is expected to reach 1,700-1,800 trillion VND (77-80 billion USD), contributing 12-14 percent to the country’s gross domestic product and creating about 5.5-6 million jobs. Vietnam strives to serve at least 35 million international tourists and 120 million domestic holidaymakers by that year. By 2030, Vietnam sets a target to make tourism a spearhead and sustainable economic sector and become one of 30 countries in the world with the best tourism competitiveness. The tourism sector is projected to earn 3,100-3,200 trillion VND (130-135 billion USD) and create 8.5 million jobs by 2030. Vietnam looks to … [Read more...] about PM approves tourism development strategy by 2030

Over the past 18 months, it has been a very challenging yet rewarding journey. BW has gained many milestones despite the ups and downs of the market. Above all, we strive to build an international standard warehouse and factory platform to facilitate foreign investors. … [Read more...] about BW aspiring to become country’s top developer

Talking with VIR, Nong Viet Yen, Secretary of Mu Cang Chai Party Committee in the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai, shared the local people’s desire for support and implied that understanding the needs and aspirations of the community plays a crucial role in helping businesses plan out sufficient programmes and offer meaningful contributions to society. “We sometimes receive clothes donated by philanthropists – however, these items are not always necessary because local people here are mostly ethnic minorities, and they wear their own traditional costumes,” said Yen. “What we really need is access to clean water. For this reason, we have negotiated with two organisations for equipping water purification systems at local schools so that the students have clean water to drink.” … [Read more...] about Setting off New Year with hearts full of warmth

Quang Ngai (VNA) - Pham Van Mang, Chairman of Ba Trang commune People’s Committee in the central province of Quang Ngai, remembers the radiant faces and smiles of local people when a new bridge spanning the Tha Stream was opened thanks to the Central Highlands Poverty Reduction Project. The bridge benefits more than 500 households of the commune, contributing to the development of the local economy and infrastructure. More importantly, it saves many lives when the flood season comes. “Before, students walked through the stream to get to school, and it was difficult for people to transport goods. It was very dangerous when the flood season arrived,” said Mang. “Now safety is guaranteed and people are so happy and thankful because they are connected with other communes and transport is more convenient.” It’s a result of the Central Highlands Poverty Reduction (CHPR) Project launched by the Ministry … [Read more...] about Project enriches life in Central Highlands