Vietnam’s tourism sector has launched the “Go Green” campaign in response to the movement of saying NO to plastic waste of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
Using glass water bottles instead of plastic ones at conferences (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam’s tourism sector has launched the “Go Green” campaign in response to the♌ movement of saying NไO to plastic waste of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
The sector has carried out a number of programmes to make the effective use of natural resources and improve the travel and tourism competitiveness index in terms of environmental sustainability.
It has built a set of criteria for the application of tourism sustainable label “Green Lotus: for accommodation establishments in Vietnam.
Tourism services facilities are encouraged to increase the use of environmentally-friendly products such as straws and cups made of organic materials or usable for many times while limiting the use of products hard to decompose to reduce plastic waste.
The Vietnam Tourism Aಌssociation and the Hanoi Tourism Association have joined hands to implement a programme protecting the environment and miꦆnimising plastic waste.
Youths from Quang Binh University recycle plastic bottles (Photo: VNA)
The programme aims to prevent environmental pollution in tourist sites nationwide and apply effective waste treatment measures.
Vietnam is one of Asia’s five worst polluters of ocean plastic waste, according to international organisations. With 13 million tonnes of waste ☂released to the ocean eve🌞ry year, the country ranks 17th in the world for ocean plastic waste pollution.
Although there are no official statistics on the amount and varieties of plastic in the Vietnamese sea and islands, plastic waste is easy to see in Vietnamese waters, with the country’s 112 estuaries the main gateways of plastic to the ocean.
As many as 1,000 plastic bags are used each minute but only 27 percent of them are treated and recycled.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE) estimated that about 80 tonnes of plastic waste and bags are thrown away every day in the capital city of Hanoi and the southern economic hub of Ho Chi Minh City combined.
On the positive side, Vietnam has taken efforts to manage imported plastic scrap and monitor plastic production and consumption.
In 2018, Vietnam proposed Partnerships in Environmental Management for the Seas of East Asia and launched initiatives to foster global co-operation in plastic waste reduction.
A campaign launched by the MoNRE last year delivers the message that single actions are not enough to address plastic pollution but a series of actions like plastic recycling, saying No to single plastic use and seeking alternative energy solutions can help.
As 80 per cent of plastic waste comes from the mainland, management on plastic production and consumption is of importance, according to experts. Vietnam is trying to make changes, starting with changing public behaviour.
The MoNRE aims to reduce 65 percent of non-biodegradable plastic bags used at supermarkets and shopping malls by 2020 compare to 2010. By 2026, Vietnam targets zero non-biodegradable plastic bags.
The country has studied methods to apply technology in making environmentally-friendly materials from waste.
Vietnam has recently succeeded in turning waste to energy or organic carbon – a compound used to improve soil and applied in organic agriculture.
The energy generated from waste has been used for the national grid in Ho Chi Minh City. The organic carbon soil has been certified to have higher nutrition levels than cow and chicken manure, even two times higher than organic bio-fertiliser.
Because plastic waste treatment and recycle sector plays a big role in environmental protection and renewable energy development, the State should grant preferential policies to individuals and organisations to encourage them to invest in solid waste recycling, experts suggested./.
Vietnam has been listed as one of the top five plastic polluters in the world, so eco-friendly technical solutions and the use of bio-degradable plastic products need urgent promotion, participants at a workshop heard on November 29 in Hanoi.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has issued a national action plan on marine plastic waste management by 2030 that aims to reduce 75 percent of plastic debris in the ocean in the next 10 years.
Taxing end-users of plastic bags is deemed as a foray to bringing down the amount of daily plastic waste, according to Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Vo Tuan Nhan.
The first and only direct service connecting the two countries at the moment is set to operate three times per week using the modern wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Mu Cang Chai is home to nearly 83,000 hectares of forest, including almost 60,000 hectares of unspoiled natural woodland. Recognising this potential, local authorities have embraced a holistic strategy that protects biodiversity while promoting tourism.
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.
Alexander Musikhin, Vice President of ATOR and CEO of the Intourist travel agency, highlighted Vietnam as a top destination offering a unique blend of beach holidays and cultural excursions.
According to Seoul’s Tourism Industry Department, approximately 20,000 Vietnamese visitors travel to the city each year for medical treatment. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top 10 countries with the highest number of medical tourists to Seoul.
An analysis of accommodation search data based on check-in dates for June and July revealed that Nha Trang surpassed all other destinations in popularity among Korean users.
The programme is organised by the Khanh Hoa provincial Youth Union and the “Khanh Hoa people speak English” Project, and aims to promote the culture, history, cuisine and other tourism products of Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa to international visitors.
VNAT Director General Nguyen Trung Khanh called visa a golden ticket to pulling in crowds, but he is clear that it needs coordinated efforts across multiple sectors to keep the momentum going in this fast-moving global travel scene.
As a tourism hub, Hanoi is now actively developing strategies to attract Muslim travellers. In recent years, the city has seen a notable uptick in visitors from countries with large Muslim populations.
When tourists witness firsthand the passion and care of farmers, they’re willing to pay higher prices because they see the genuine worth behind every product.
During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.
After more than three months of operation, the popularity of the free tours in Bac Ninh province shows no signs of cooling down. Many tourists return every week in hopes of experiencing all the tours and visiting every destination.
Typical products of Phu Tho are being showcased at the Lao Cai International Travel Mart 2025, held in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai from June 5-8.
Featuring 130 stalls and delegations from 120 travel agencies representing more than ten countries and territories, the event is expected to provide a platform for establishing partnerships and attracting more visitors to Lao Cai in the future.
Kicking off the festival on the evening of June 7 will be the grand music concert titled “Nha Trang Say Hi”, featuring popular artists from the trending show “Anh Trai Say Hi”. The event will be broadcast live nationwide and conclude with a fireworks display over Nha Trang Bay.
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.
The northern midland province of Phu Tho has carried out all-round measures to improve tourism infrastructure, services, and offerings, elevating visitor experience and reinforcing the province’s unique cultural identity.
Hanoi has directed lodging providers and tourist destinations to bolster preparations in staffing, service quality, security, and sanitation. Community-based lodging platforms such as Airbnb are also being promoted strongly to expand housing supply during the holiday period.
Using glass water bottles instead of plastic ones at conferences (Photo: VNA)
Youths from Quang Binh University recycle plastic bottles (Photo: VNA)
