Master plan on sustainable development of sea-based economy

The master plan puts forward six main solutions on ocean governance and coastal management; developing the marine and coastal economy; improving people's lives and developing sea-based culture; science, technology and development of marine human resources; the environment and response to natural disasters, climate change and rising sea levels; and ensuring national defence and security, foreign affairs and international cooperation.Specifically, on developing the marine and coastal economy, the resolution highlights the importance of developing infrastructure for the tourism industry in key areas and islands, encouraging economic sectors to participate in forming tourism service complexes, large-scale service projects and shopping centres, and developing ecotourism and community-based tourism.It is necessary to pilot the development of tours to islands, intensify tourism promotion...

Maritime transport is seen as a spearheaded sector in Vietnam’s

 sea development strategy. (Photo: VNA)

Source:VNA