{"id":4307,"date":"2025-07-01T18:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T11:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/st4sd.vn\/?p=4307"},"modified":"2025-07-03T15:49:06","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T08:49:06","slug":"st4sd-project-and-vnat-organize-sustainable-tourism-training-a-new-step-forward-for-sustainable-tourism-development-in-northern-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/st4sd.vn\/en\/st4sd-project-and-vnat-organize-sustainable-tourism-training-a-new-step-forward-for-sustainable-tourism-development-in-northern-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"ST4SD project and VNAT Organize Sustainable Tourism Training: A New Step Forward for Sustainable Tourism Development in Northern Vietnam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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As Vietnam’s tourism industry gradually transitions toward a more sustainable and inclusive model, H\u00e0 Giang province (now part of Tuy\u00ean Quang province) \u2013 known for its rich natural and cultural heritage \u2013 has emerged as a leading example in implementing training programs to strengthen grassroots tourism capacity. From July 2 to 4, 2025<\/strong>, a specialized training course on sustainable tourism was held in H\u00e0 Giang 1 ward, Tuy\u00ean Quang province, gathering 40 participants from a diverse range of sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Funded by the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the training was organized under the framework of the \u201cSwiss Tourism for Sustainable Development in Vietnam\u201d (ST4SD) project, coordinated by the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of H\u00e0 Giang in partnership with Helvetas Vietnam, CRED, and with support from the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT), acting as the project\u2019s lead agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Affirming Vietnam’s Commitment to Sustainable Tourism<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The training took place as Vietnam continues efforts to revive its tourism sector following the COVID-19 pandemic while realigning its development strategy around sustainability, community engagement, cultural preservation, environmental protection, and service quality enhancement. Community-based tourism (CBT) \u2013 especially in mountainous provinces like H\u00e0 Giang (now part of Tuy\u00ean Quang province) \u2013 is being recognized as a promising pathway consistent with the country\u2019s long-term development goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hosting the training in H\u00e0 Giang not only responds to local needs but also contributes to the implementation of national policies such as Vietnam\u2019s Tourism Development Strategy to 2030, the Action Plan to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and international cooperation programs on climate change, cultural heritage preservation, and inclusive development. H\u00e0 Giang was one of the first provinces selected for ST4SD\u2019s pilot expansion, following successful interventions in Qu\u1ea3ng Nam, \u0110\u1ed3ng Th\u00e1p, and Ho Chi Minh City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the project\u2019s perspective, Mr. Olivier Messmer<\/strong>, ST4SD <\/strong>Project Leader, stated:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe \u2013 along with the Swiss Government \u2013 believe that sustainable tourism is the key to enhancing destination value while delivering real benefits to local communities. The CBT model in H\u00e0 Giang not only has great development potential but can serve as an example for other localities to follow and adapt.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He also highlighted that H\u00e0 Giang stands out as a destination where ethnic cultural heritage, majestic nature, and local community resilience converge. Investment in training, management capacity building, and raising awareness of sustainable tourism will be key to ensuring long-term success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He further affirmed that ST4SD will continue to accompany local governments in building a responsible tourism ecosystem that ensures the participation of all stakeholders \u2013 from authorities and businesses to local residents and travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Diverse Participation Reflects Real Needs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The training welcomed 40 participants, including 17 from the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, representing departments such as Travel Services, Accommodation, Personnel Management, International Cooperation, and Tourism Promotion. These officers are expected to play key roles in policy consultation and knowledge dissemination on sustainable tourism at the national level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The remaining 23 participants came from H\u00e0 Giang province (now part of Tuy\u00ean Quang province), including representatives from the local government, and representatives from community-based tourism villages across districts such as Qu\u1ea3n B\u1ea1, \u0110\u1ed3ng V\u0103n, M\u00e8o V\u1ea1c, V\u1ecb Xuy\u00ean, Quang B\u00ecnh, and H\u00e0 Giang City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Noteworthy participants included Mr. Nguy\u1ec5n V\u0103n Long \u2013 village head of Tha Village (H\u00e0 Giang City), Ms. V\u00e0ng Th\u1ecb Th\u00fay \u2013 representative from Khun Village (Quang B\u00ecnh district), Mr. Chu Minh Quang \u2013 head of the Management Board of P\u1ea3 Vi H\u1ea1 CBT Village (M\u00e8o V\u1ea1c district), and Mr. L\u00fd T\u00e0 \u0110\u00e0nh \u2013 village head of N\u1eb7m \u0110\u0103m Village (Qu\u1ea3n B\u1ea1 district). The active participation of those directly operating CBT sites illustrates the strategic shift toward placing communities at the center of tourism development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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From Policy to Practice: Strengthening Long-term Capacity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond theoretical learning, the training marks the beginning of a long-term capacity-building journey that connects policy formulation, on-the-ground implementation, and international cooperation. According to the plan, trainees will continue participating in follow-up activities including advanced courses, field visits, and technical support from the ST4SD project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The outcomes of the training will be synthesized and analyzed to inform policy refinement, the development of practical guidelines, and the creation of a knowledge-sharing network among CBT sites across ST4SD-supported provinces and cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Building a Foundation for Sustainable Transformation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This training event offers tangible evidence of a multi-level commitment \u2013 from national to local, from international donors to grassroots communities \u2013 to steer Vietnam\u2019s tourism sector in a more sustainable and quality-oriented direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With ongoing support from development partners, the leadership of national tourism authorities, and the proactive engagement of local communities, H\u00e0 Giang (now part of Tuy\u00ean Quang province) is gradually positioning itself as a model destination for sustainable tourism in Vietnam, opening the door for broader replication and impact in the years ahead.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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