Vietnam targets tourism as spearhead economic sector

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Vietnam is implementing a strategic shift to transform its tourism sector into a spearhead economic driver. Under Politburo Resolution No. 26-NQ/TW, the government aims to develop high-quality, smart, green, and sustainable tourism that is deeply rooted in national cultural identity.

Key targets include attracting 45 to 50 million international visitors and generating 80 to 90 billion USD in revenue by 2030. By this time, tourism is projected to contribute between 10% and 12% to the national GDP. Looking further ahead to 2045, the nation strives to welcome 70 million international tourists and rank among the top 30 most competitive tourism destinations globally.

Recent data shows progress, with nearly 16 million international visitors arriving in the first eight months of 2026, representing a 14.4% increase compared to the previous year. The strategy emphasizes a transition from volume-based growth to a model focused on quality, efficiency, and high added value, integrated with digital transformation and green transitions.

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Ho Chi Minh City · Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism · National Tourism Administration of Vietnam · Politburo · Politburo of Vietnam · To Lam · Vietnam · Vietnam Government · Vietravel · Vietravel Group

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[○ 1 SOURCE] The target for 2030 is to attract 45 to 50 million international visitors and generate 80 to 90 billion USD in revenue. mekongtourism.org
[○ 1 SOURCE] By 2030, tourism is expected to contribute between 10% and 12% of Vietnam's GDP. mekongtourism.org
[● 2 SOURCES] The Government has set a target to develop tourism into a spearhead economic sector through Resolution No. 26-NQ/TW. baoquocte.vn · mekongtourism.org
[○ 1 SOURCE] By 2045, Vietnam aims to welcome 70 million international tourists. baoquocte.vn
[○ 1 SOURCE] In the first eight months of 2026, Vietnam received nearly 16 million international visitors, a 14.4% increase compared to the same period in 2025. baoquocte.vn