Master plan on southeast region's culture development announced

A ministry representative said the master plan aims to make full use of the potential of the resources and technical infrastructure in the region. It will create a driving force for the development of culture, family, physical exercise, and tourism.

 

The plan is also to strengthen regional linkages based on the advantages of each - and to reinforce co-operation with ASEAN countries to accelerate the development of regional culture, sports and tourism, he added.

 

Government Decision No. 1400/QD-TTg dated August 18 indicates that Ho Chi Minh City is the nation's main centre for culture, arts, scientific research and human resources training and the development of the East-West cultural axis will boost cooperation in culture and arts among regional provinces.

 

By the year 2020, the southeastern region is expected to welcome more than 6 million international visitors and about 34 million locals, earning up to VND170 trillion (US$7.6 billion) from tourism services, and create jobs for more than 200,000 workers