Preparations for Mekong Delta event discussed
(VOV) -A conference was held in Can Tho City on December 27 to prepare for the Mekong Delta Green Tourism Week which will be co-hosted by the Steering Committee for the Southwestern Region in coordination with Can Tho authorities from April 26- May 2, 2015.
In his speech, the Deputy Head of the Steering Committee said the event is to be held in place of the annual Mekong Delta Economic Cooperation Forum, featuring a broad array of conferences and seminars on promoting the region’s tourism potential, calling for investment in green tourism, and seeking solutions to increase regional cooperation in this area.
The Mekong Delta, comprising Can Tho city and 12 provinces with a population of 18 million, boasts huge potential for tourism development.
The region welcomed nearly 11 million visitors, including more than 800,000 foreigners for the first five months of this year, up 8.9% compared to last year's same period, reports the Mekong Delta Tourism Association.
The Mekong Delta, comprising Can Tho city and 12 provinces with a population of 18 million, boasts huge potential for tourism development.
The region welcomed nearly 11 million visitors, including more than 800,000 foreigners for the first five months of this year, up 8.9% compared to last year's same period, reports the Mekong Delta Tourism Association.