Vietnamese, French localities boost tourism cooperation
Vietnamese and French localities discussed expanding cooperation with a focus placed on tourism at a workshop held on September 14 on the sidelines of the 10th Conference on cooperation.
Delegates at a workshop on the sidelines of the conference on cooperation between Vietnam's and France's localities. (Source: VNA)
Can Tho (VNA) – Vietnamese and French localities discussed expanding cooperation with a focus placed on tourism at a workshop held on September 14 on the sidelines of the 10th Conference on cooperation between the two countries’ localities in Can Tho city.
Participants at the workshop focused on developing eco-tourism and visa policies.
After the Vietnamese government issued a 15-day visa exemption policy for five Western countries, including France, French tourist arrivals to Vietnam in the first half of 2016 increased 16 percent from the previous year.
2014 figures from France’s Embassy in Vietnam showed that about 11,000 visas were granted to Vietnamese citizens, up 62 percent from 2013.
To promote tourism cooperation between Vietnam and France, Vietnam asked France to assist Vietnam in promotion activities and human resource training. It also encouraged French companies to invest in tourism.
France invested 175 million USD in 19 projects in hotels and tourism by 2014.
Also at the workshop, participants discussed economic cooperation. They shared experience in implementing cooperation programmes and seeking ways or solutions for the future cooperation.
According to Dominique Cap, Deputy Major of Brest city, Hai Phong and Brest have only developed cooperation in a few fields like seaports, health and culture.
In 2015, Hai Pho♛ng participated in a project on supporting the government in fighting climate change in which the French Development Agency and the Brest Technopolis assisted Hai Phong to protect small fish species and species in danger near Cat Ba island.-VNA
The Vietnam Institute for Advanced Study in Mathematics (VIASM) and the French Research Institute for Development (IRD) have signed a science-technology cooperation agreement.
Cooperation between Hanoi and France’s Toulouse city in preserving and promoting values of the Vietnamese capital city’s Old Quarter over the past two decades is highlighted at an exhibition in Hanoi.
Vietnam is one of the fastest growing economies in Asia, said the French news website Capital.fr on the occasion of French President Francois Hollande’s recent visit to Vietnam.
Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam has called on France to help Vietnamese localities make the best use of their advantages and build specific cooperation programmes.
The first and only direct service connecting the two countries at the moment is set to operate three times per week using the modern wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Mu Cang Chai is home to nearly 83,000 hectares of forest, including almost 60,000 hectares of unspoiled natural woodland. Recognising this potential, local authorities have embraced a holistic strategy that protects biodiversity while promoting tourism.
Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia. As the largest island in Vietnam, it boasts stunning natural beauty, with expansive coral reefs resting beneath the sea and a number of beautiful, poetic beaches such as Sao, Truong, and Khem, known for their fine white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Vietnam's national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet are among the exhibitors, promoting key destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc, as well as distinctive tourism products.
Alexander Musikhin, Vice President of ATOR and CEO of the Intourist travel agency, highlighted Vietnam as a top destination offering a unique blend of beach holidays and cultural excursions.
According to Seoul’s Tourism Industry Department, approximately 20,000 Vietnamese visitors travel to the city each year for medical treatment. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top 10 countries with the highest number of medical tourists to Seoul.
An analysis of accommodation search data based on check-in dates for June and July revealed that Nha Trang surpassed all other destinations in popularity among Korean users.
The programme is organised by the Khanh Hoa provincial Youth Union and the “Khanh Hoa people speak English” Project, and aims to promote the culture, history, cuisine and other tourism products of Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa to international visitors.
VNAT Director General Nguyen Trung Khanh called visa a golden ticket to pulling in crowds, but he is clear that it needs coordinated efforts across multiple sectors to keep the momentum going in this fast-moving global travel scene.
As a tourism hub, Hanoi is now actively developing strategies to attract Muslim travellers. In recent years, the city has seen a notable uptick in visitors from countries with large Muslim populations.
When tourists witness firsthand the passion and care of farmers, they’re willing to pay higher prices because they see the genuine worth behind every product.
During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.
After more than three months of operation, the popularity of the free tours in Bac Ninh province shows no signs of cooling down. Many tourists return every week in hopes of experiencing all the tours and visiting every destination.
Typical products of Phu Tho are being showcased at the Lao Cai International Travel Mart 2025, held in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai from June 5-8.
Featuring 130 stalls and delegations from 120 travel agencies representing more than ten countries and territories, the event is expected to provide a platform for establishing partnerships and attracting more visitors to Lao Cai in the future.
Kicking off the festival on the evening of June 7 will be the grand music concert titled “Nha Trang Say Hi”, featuring popular artists from the trending show “Anh Trai Say Hi”. The event will be broadcast live nationwide and conclude with a fireworks display over Nha Trang Bay.
Data from Booking.com reveals that during the peak summer vacation in June and July, beach trips continue to be a top priority for Vietnamese travellers.
The northern midland province of Phu Tho has carried out all-round measures to improve tourism infrastructure, services, and offerings, elevating visitor experience and reinforcing the province’s unique cultural identity.
Hanoi has directed lodging providers and tourist destinations to bolster preparations in staffing, service quality, security, and sanitation. Community-based lodging platforms such as Airbnb are also being promoted strongly to expand housing supply during the holiday period.
Delegates at a workshop on the sidelines of the conference on cooperation between Vietnam's and France's localities. (Source: VNA)
