The meeting took place within the framework of the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2023 themed “ASEAN: A Journey to Wonderful Destinations.” Delegates reviewed tourism cooperation outcomes recorded at the 25th ASEAN-China Summit, the 23rd ASEAN-RoK Summit, the 25th ASEAN-Japan Summit, and the 25th ASEAN Plus Three Summit, held in Cambodia from November 11-12, 2022. They also looked into ASEAN+3 tourism cooperation following the 20th ASEAN Plus Three Tourism Ministers Meeting in 2021. The participants noted with pleasure the growth both in the number of international arrivals and tourism revenues in the ASEAN+3 countries as compared with 2021. The tourism sector will further recover in the next two-three years as the countries have continued with COVID-19 vaccinations and paid attention to hygiene and safety of visitors, they said. The meeting highlighted the support of China, Japan and the RoK for ASEAN member nations in enhancing capacity for tourism experts, and creating … [Read more...] about Vietnam attends ASEAN+3 Tourism Ministers Meeting
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Vietnam calls for ASEAN cooperation to spur tourism development
Delegates at the 26th Meeting of ASEAN Tourism Ministers (Photo: VNA) Jakarta – Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Doan Van Viet has called on other ASEAN member countries to support and cooperate with each other in tourism development. Speaking at a press conference on the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2023 in Indonesia on February 5, the official said apart from traditional markets that have experienced difficulties, ASEAN should seek new ones and adjust some policies relating to aviation connection and visas. He also suggested the bloc continue implementing tourism development strategies for 2016-2025 and adjust and update them after each meeting of ASEAN tourism ministers. Viet described culture as the core value of the regional tourism and a unique factor helping the countries attract tourists. Sharing Viet’s view, Philippine Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco also suggested the ASEAN countries come together to offer unified tourism packages. “We have … [Read more...] about Vietnam calls for ASEAN cooperation to spur tourism development
Vietnam attends 26th Meeting of ASEAN Tourism Ministers in Indonesia
Foreigners visit Ho Chi Minh City during the Lunar New Year (Tet) celebration. (Photo: VNA) Jakarta (VNA) – Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Doan Van Viet together with other tourism senior officials in ASEAN countries attended the 26th Meeting of ASEAN Tourism Ministers (M-ATM) that opened on February 4 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia . Participants in the event that is part of the ASEAN Tourism Forum( ATF) 2023 heard a report and gave comments on the results of the 57th meeting of the ASEAN National Tourism Organisations, considered the agenda of M-ATM 3 (ASEAN plus China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea); M-ATM-India and M-ATM -Russia; and attended consultations with international organisations. The meeting also reviewed and approved the Chairman's Statement and 26th meeting of M-ATM Minutes. Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Doan Van Viet said that 2022 witnessed a rapid recovery of the regional tourism industry. … [Read more...] about Vietnam attends 26th Meeting of ASEAN Tourism Ministers in Indonesia
Thailand, Vietnam urged to be more proactive in face of new int’l challenges
The cooperation in international issues has made the two countries leading trade partners in ASEAN and those sharing common goals in the Greater Mekong Subregion. Thailand and Vietnam should look toward taking on a more proactive role in shaping the new and emerging international system, Thai Ambassador to Vietnam Nikorndej Balankura shared the view in talks with The Hanoi Times . Thai Ambassador to Vietnam Nikorndej Balankura. Photos: VNA The view reflects the two countries’ aspirations for further cooperation as they enter into the 10th year of their Strategic Partnership in 2023. “Through coalition-building and agenda-setting, Thailand and Vietnam can increase our countries’ leverage and strategic position, as well as that of sub-regional and regional groupings like ACMECS, ASEAN, and APEC,” Ambassador Balankura said. Most recently, Thailand hosted the 2022 APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in Bangkok on November 14-19, 2022, an event that demonstrated … [Read more...] about Thailand, Vietnam urged to be more proactive in face of new int’l challenges