Politburo taps tourism as spearhead economic sector
The Politburo has issued a resolution on developing tourism into a spearhead economic sector by 2020, contributing 10 percent to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP), up from the current 6.8 percent.
A fishing village in Phu Vang District of Hue City. (Photo: VNA)Hanoi (VNA) - The Politburo has issued a resolution on developing tourism
into a spearhead economic sector by 2020, contributing 10 percent to the
country’s gross domestic product (GDP), up from the current 6.8 percent.
According to the resolution signed by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, the tourism industry set records in 2016, with international arrivals up by two million from 2015.
Total revenues have surged by 62 trillion VND (2.76 billion USD). Both tourist numbers and revenues reached the targets set for 2020 four years earlier than expected.
The sector’s development has also contributed greatly to the conservation of the country’s culture heritage and natural resources, as well as improved the living standards of many Vietnamese.
However, the development of the sector has not reached its full potential, the resolution said. The sector’s products have not been sufficiently attractive and distinctive, the quality of tourism services has been limited while the state management has not been effective.
Human resources are another weakness, with tourism firms being mainly small and medium size, with limited experience.
Intersector coordination was still ineffective, the resolution also said.
The Politburo, thus, aims to develop tourism into one of the country’s key economic sectors, attracting 17 to 20 million visitors by 2020. Tourism revenues are expected to reach 35 billion USD, and four million new jobs are forecast.
In order to realise these goals, the resolution sets out several tasks.
Among them is the need to prioritise the development of the tourism infrastructure and develop highly attractive and distinctive products. Certain provinces and cities with potential and strengths in tourism sector will have to build their own projects.
The resolution also calls on relevant agencies to continue to improve the legal systems and policies to facilitate the development of the tourism sector. State agencies need to adopt policies for investment in tourism, such as allocating budgets for human resources training and promotion activities.
Other measures touched upon by the resolution include investment in tourism infrastructure, building and promotion of activities; creating a favourable environment for tourism firms and developing tourism human resources.-VNA
According to the resolution signed by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, the tourism industry set records in 2016, with international arrivals up by two million from 2015.
Total revenues have surged by 62 trillion VND (2.76 billion USD). Both tourist numbers and revenues reached the targets set for 2020 four years earlier than expected.
The sector’s development has also contributed greatly to the conservation of the country’s culture heritage and natural resources, as well as improved the living standards of many Vietnamese.
However, the development of the sector has not reached its full potential, the resolution said. The sector’s products have not been sufficiently attractive and distinctive, the quality of tourism services has been limited while the state management has not been effective.
Human resources are another weakness, with tourism firms being mainly small and medium size, with limited experience.
Intersector coordination was still ineffective, the resolution also said.
The Politburo, thus, aims to develop tourism into one of the country’s key economic sectors, attracting 17 to 20 million visitors by 2020. Tourism revenues are expected to reach 35 billion USD, and four million new jobs are forecast.
In order to realise these goals, the resolution sets out several tasks.
Among them is the need to prioritise the development of the tourism infrastructure and develop highly attractive and distinctive products. Certain provinces and cities with potential and strengths in tourism sector will have to build their own projects.
The resolution also calls on relevant agencies to continue to improve the legal systems and policies to facilitate the development of the tourism sector. State agencies need to adopt policies for investment in tourism, such as allocating budgets for human resources training and promotion activities.
Other measures touched upon by the resolution include investment in tourism infrastructure, building and promotion of activities; creating a favourable environment for tourism firms and developing tourism human resources.-VNA
You should also see
📝 OP-ED: Party personnel work requires thorough checks
Officials, Party members, and people are concerned about how the Party will select the leadership capable of shouldering the immense revolutionary tasks entrusted by the history, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong said at the first meeting of the sub-committee on personnel affairs of the 14th National Party Congress on March 13.
See more
Travel
Whale skeletons in Ly Son attractive to visitors
The two whale skeletons aged over 200 years preserved at the Lang Tan relic site in Dong An Vinh village, Ly Son island in the central province of Quang Ngai, which were completely restored in 2020, have been attracting tourists.
Destinations
Northwest Vietnam’s renowned mountain trails
The Northwest region of Vietnam is a popular destination for adventurers and thrill-seekers. In addition to conquering challenging trails, the area’s stunning landscapes are highlights of any journey.
Travel
HCM City travel firms gear up for summer peak
Ho Chi Minh City-based travel companies have offered a multitude of tours at discounts as they are holding out for robust business during the Liberation Day (April 30) and Day holidays and summer peak.
Travel
Phu Quoc dubbed "Maldives of Vietnam"
Kim Ji-won, a correspondent from the Republic of Korea (RoK)'s largest mainstream newspaper, the Chosun Ilbo, recently praised Phu Quoc island off the coast of the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang as a destination that satisfies all five senses.
Travel
Vietjet increases flights to Dien Bien on occasion of 70th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu Victory
To meet the demand of people and tourists coming to Dien Bien during the celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory, Vietjet increased the frequencies of flights between Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City and Dien Bien to 28 flights per week.
