The festival marks a significant milestone in promoting the brand, value, and legacy of traditional fish sauce - a product deeply rooted in the island’s identity and history spanning over 200 years.
The projects span infrastructure, marine farming, industry, and tourism, including 12 major projects tied to the 2027 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Phu Quoc.
In preparation for the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in 2027, Phu Quoc island city in the southern province of Kien Giang is actively raising public awareness, and encouraging community involvement in building a green, clean, beautiful, and civilised city, so as to shape the image of “Every Phu Quoc resident serves as a tourism ambassador.”
Sun PhuQuoc Airways has a total operating duration of 50 years, with an investment capital of 2.5 trillion VND (approximately 98.81 million USD). The airline's main operations hub is located at Van Don International Airport, Van Don district, Quang Ninh province.
Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia. As the largest island in Vietnam, it boasts stunning natural beauty, with expansive coral reefs resting beneath the sea and a number of beautiful, poetic beaches such as Sao, Truong, and Khem, known for their fine white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Vietnam's national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet are among the exhibitors, promoting key destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc, as well as distinctive tourism products.
To meet the deadline, the province assigned its Department of Construction to submit the general planning of the island city of Phu Quoc, zoning plans, and detailed plans for approval from July 1.
Data from Booking.com reveals that during the peak summer vacation in June and July, beach trips continue to be a top priority for Vietnamese travellers.
To expedite the project, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung called for the immediate transfer of assets from the Ministry of Construction to local authorities, ensuring that flight operations remain uninterrupted during the valuation and transfer process.
CAAV Director Uong Viet Dung said that the airport upgrading project is among projects to be fast-tracked to serve the organisation of the APEC Economic Leaders' Week 2027 in Vietnam, as well as to support sustainable development of the locality and the country.
On April 30, during the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, Emirates and Sun Group formalised their cooperation through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), shortly after the airline revealed its plan to operate direct flights to Da Nang.
Deputy PM Dung emphasised that this is a particularly important external task of the Party and State, affirming Vietnam’s role and position on the international stage, while showcasing the results of 40 years of its renewal, creating new momentum and driving force for Kien Giang.
The 2027 APEC Economic Leaders' Week is believed to be both a great honour and a golden opportunity for Phu Quoc to make a breakthrough in development, helping elevate Kien Giang’s profile and contributing to Vietnam’s international standing.
In 2024, Vietnam surpassed Singapore to become the third most-visited country in the region, welcoming 17.5 million international arrivals - just behind Malaysia with 25 million and Thailand with 35 million.
In the Best Island category, Phu Quoc is the only representative from Vietnam to be honoured. Ranked 5th among the Top 10 islands in Asia, Phu Quoc moved up one place compared to 2024.
Phu Quoc, the once-isolated island, has blossomed into a renowned tourist destination, positioning its rightful place on the global travel map and stepping boldly into a new era – that of the nation’s rise.
Director of the Kien Giang Investment, Trade, and Tourism Promotion Centre Quang Xuan Lua spotlighted the province’s strengths in tourism, trade, and export-driven industries. She urged the Global Trade and Technology Council of India to faciliate the imports of Kien Giang products, particularly those of its strengths.
Phu Quoc remained the top attraction, drawing more than 2 million visitors, including 474,468 international tourists, marking a 66.5% year-on-year rise.
