Cross-border tourism cooperation between China and Viet Nam was launched in Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, aiming to strengthen ties between Guangxi and Viet Nam’s Quang Ninh province.
The event brought together 41 Vietnamese delegates from Quang Ninh, officials from Guangxi’s Department of Culture and Tourism, foreign experts, university scholars, and media representatives.
Fang Zhenqiang, an official from the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guangxi, announced the upcoming launch of the “Ho Chi Minh China-Viet Nam Friendship Guangxi Tour”, a curated travel route linking key historical sites and memorials significant to both regions.
Nguyen Van Tam, deputy manager of the Quang Ninh Museum, said this event marks the 75th anniversary of the diplomatic ties between China and Viet Nam and forms part of the “China-Viet Nam Year of People-to-People Exchange.”
He hoped this event would allow Vietnamese representatives to gain a deeper understanding of Chinese and Guangxi cultures, enhance their knowledge of local customs, and improve their skills in serving international tourists.
Yang Shasha, vice-president of Guilin Tourism University, emphasized the university’s role as a hub for China-ASEAN tourism talent education and training, stressing its commitment to training professionals with global outlooks and strong industry expertise.
She said this event serves the broader China-Viet Nam relationship, providing a crucial opportunity to deepen tourism cooperation and advance regional connectivity.
The activities include expert lectures and field visits in cities such as Guilin, Liuzhou, and Nanning. Vietnamese delegates will explore new models for cross-border tourism collaboration while experiencing both countries’ distinctive cultural and tourism assets.
Dive into discussions on new models and pathways for cross-border tourism cooperation and experience the unique charm of tourism resources in both countries.
Source: People’s Government of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
