Vietnam Targets 45-50 Million Foreign Arrivals by 2030
The Vietnamese government has unveiled a new action plan to develop its tourism industry into a key economic sector, targeting 45-50 million foreign arrivals annually by 2030. This aims to contribute 10-12% to GDP and position Vietnam among the top three in Southeast Asia by scale.
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