Hue Imperial Citadel (Dai Noi) in the central province of Thue Thien-Hue
The scheme will strive to raise public awareness about the need to develop tourism and transform it into a spearhead economic sector, whilst gradually turning the country into an attractive destination for foreign travelers.
The plan will also focus on the application of advanced science and technology, along with utlising digital technologies in the tourism industry.
The tourism industry will develop a national database system on tourism, conduct surveys for classifying and digitalising Vietnamese tourism resources, including establishing a digital information system on tourist sites, tourist service establishments, as well as the country’s tourism markets.
Proposals also emphasise the need to develop and implement smart tourism development projects, apply modern technology to develop smart software, and make use of utilities to support management over tourism activities to better serve tourists.
Furthermore, tourism businesses are anticipated to receive support to strengthen connectivity and innovate their activities, whilst striving to enhance the application of green and clean technology in lodging facilities.
The Ministry has proposed that financial policies should be promptly issued in support of tourism firms and there should be a focus on human resources training to cushion the adverse impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Other goals include simplifying administrative procedures, reducing costs for the pandemic-hit businesses, investing in tourism infrastructure, developing a high-quality workforce, and promoting international co-operation.
Vietnam to play three matches in 2022 AFC Women's Asian Cup qualification
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) recently announced the fixtures in Group B of the 2022 AFC Women's Asian Cup qualification, according to the Vietnam Football Federation, reported Vietnam News Agency.
A practice session of the Vietnam women's football team (Photo: VFF)
Vietnam will play three matches on September 23, 26 and 29 against Afghanistan, Maldives and the hosts Tajikistan, respectively.
Head coach Mai Duc Chung said the team is determined to earn the best results and advance to the final tournament in India, which is slated to take place between January 20 and February 6 next year.
He added that training sessions at home and abroad are being planned. The women’s squad is projected to play two friendlies with their foreign rivals after a lack of international games for a long while.
Vietnam are currently ranked 32nd in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings.
The 2022 AFC Women's Asian Cup qualification will also serve as the first stage of Asian qualification for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Vietnam aims for a global seafood processing hub by 2030
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved a scheme which aims to develop the Vietnamese seafood processing industry and turn Vietnam into a global seafood processing hub by the year 2030, reported the Voice of Vietnam.
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Under the scheme, Vietnam will develop the seafood processing industry in a modern, effective and sustainable manner to meet market demands. It will strive to sharpen the competitive edge of the industry, making it integrate deeper into the global value chain, and rank fifth among the world’s seafood processors by 2030.
Specifically, the growth rate of processed seafood output by 2030 will reach over 6% annually, while the proportion of export value of processed seafood products will hit an average of over 40%.
The seafood processing industry aims to rake in between US$14 - 16 billion from exports by 2030.
In addition, Vietnam will establish several seafood processing groups that have global-level economic potential and management level.
The scheme will consist of six major projects, with total costs anticipated to reach up to VND420 billion./.