Vietnam Considers Visa Waivers to Boost Tourism
Vietnam is considering visa exemptions for travelers from certain countries to attract long-haul visitors from Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. This move comes amid concerns that visa processing delays in competing destinations like Thailand might be diverting tourists to Vietnam.
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