Ho Chi Minh City Shifts MICE Tourism Focus to Experiences for Quality Growth
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Ho Chi Minh City Shifts MICE Tourism Focus to Experiences for Quality Growth

Ho Chi Minh City is shifting its MICE tourism strategy from merely increasing event numbers to enhancing experiential value and destination competitiveness. This move aligns with Vietnam's broader tourism strategy for sustainable economic growth and national competitiveness.

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