Vietnamese Ambassador to India Pham Sanh Chau speaks at the event (Photo: VNA) New Delhi (VNA) – The Embassy of Vietnam in India held a roadshow promoting Vietnam’s tourism in New Delhi on December 4, aiming to tap into the potential market of India. The event was attended by representatives from more than 80 Indian travel agents, airlines and media agencies. Addressing the event, Vietnamese Ambassador to India Pham Sanh Chau said Vietnam is a major tourist destination in Southeast Asia and the world. He said Indian tourist arrivals to Vietnam have been on the rise over the years, with about 85,000 visitors in 2017, five times higher than 2010’s figure of 16,000. However, the figure remained modest compared to the potential of tourism between Vietnam and India, as the two nations have enjoyed friendship and cultural exchange for thousands of years, with various ancient Champa towers and temples in Quang Nam province, the diplomat noted. Subhir Sobti, … [Read more...] about Event promoting Vietnam’s tourism held in India
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Vinatex completes 65% of yearly revenue target Viet Nam National Textile and Garment Group (Vinatex) has completed 65 per cent of the yearly target set for total revenues with its eight-month result (excluding VAT) reaching over VND31.45 trillion (US$1.34 billion). This figure also represented a rise of 7 per cent against the same period last year, the textile group reported in a filing to the Ministry of Planning and Investment. In August alone, it earned VND4.48 trillion in revenue, down 5 per cent year-on-year, of which turnover of the parent company and subsidiaries with its holdings of over 50 per cent capital reached almost VND1.74 trillion. Revenues from other affiliate companies in which the group holds less than 50 per cent capital reached a combined VND2.74 trillion. Vinatex attributed the growth in total revenues to increases in sales of fibre products (96,051 tonnes, up 9.5 per cent year-on-year), fabric of all kinds (100.7 million m3, up 18.6 per cent) … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 1/9
Hanoi readies for meeting of Council for Promoting Tourism in Asia
The Hanoitimes - The 16th annual meeting of the Council for Promoting Tourism in Asia (CPTA) will start at Sofitel Legend Metropole, Hanoi on September 6. Hanoi has completed the preparation for the 16th annual meeting of the Council for Promoting Tourism in Asia, from September 5 to 10, according to the Hanoi Department of Tourism. A foreigner joins locals at the pedestrian street in downtown Hanoi. Photo: Kinhtedothi.vn According to leaders of the Hanoi Department of Tourism, the 16th annual meeting of CPTA will have many kinds of events including a welcome party for delegates on September 5, the opening ceremony on September 6, the workshop of CPTA member cities on September 7, CPTA exhibition from September 8 to 9, etc. Participants of the event are representatives from CPTA member cities, including Tokyo (Japan), Bangkok (Thailand), Delhi (India), Jakarta (Indonesia), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Metropolitan Manila (the Philippines), Seoul (South Korea), Taipei (Taiwan … [Read more...] about Hanoi readies for meeting of Council for Promoting Tourism in Asia
Conference looks to develop tourism in ASEAN, central Vietnam
At the conference (Photo: VGP) Hanoi (VNA) – The first international conference on sustainable tourism development in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the central region of Vietnam was recently held in Da Nang city. Participants shared experience in and solutions to developing tourism such as increasing the involvement of the community in rural tourism development, promoting culinary tourism, creating knowledge-based tourism products, seeking sustainable financial measures for marine conservation sites, and developing human resources. When it comes to travelling in central Vietnam, there’s much talk about the imperial city of Hue, My Son sanctuary and old trading port city of Hoi An. Undoubtedly, these UNESCO-accredited world heritage sites have long been must-see spots for tourists in the region. However, the central coast boasts a broader mix of attractions. Besides its numerous UNESCO accredited cultural heritage sites, pristine beaches … [Read more...] about Conference looks to develop tourism in ASEAN, central Vietnam
Hanoi to host 16th meeting of Council for Promoting Tourism in Asia
Hanoi will host the 16th annual meeting of the Council for Promoting Tourism in Asia (CPTA) between September 5 and 10. Visitors at One-Pillar Pagoda in Hanoi Participants of the event are representatives from CPTA member cities, including Tokyo (Japan), Bangkok (Thailand), Delhi (India), Jakarta (Indonesia), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Metropolitan Manila (the Philippines), Seoul (the Republic of Korea), Taipei (Taiwan – China), and Tomsk (Russia). The meeting is set to review cooperative activities implemented during the past years and design plans to carry out new projects. Participant will define responsibilities of state tourism management agencies and municipal governments, as well as tourism agencies and businesses in developing tourism in CPTA member cities. During the meeting, CPTA member cities will seek measures to lure more visitors to Asia through cooperative projects, programmes and campaigns. The meeting will also focus on strengthening cooperation between … [Read more...] about Hanoi to host 16th meeting of Council for Promoting Tourism in Asia