Vietnam Leverages Cultural Heritage for Soft Power Boost Through Tourism
Vietnam is leveraging its rich cultural heritage by integrating it with digital technologies and new tourism models to enhance its international soft power and economic growth. The expansion of UNESCO World Heritage sites and an increase in international tourist arrivals suggest the effectiveness of this strategy.
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