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The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism has issued an invitation to attend an online seminar titled “Tourism for Nature: Conserving Natural Resources through Sustainable Rural Development,” organized by the United Nations Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). The seminar will take place on July 31, 2025, from 18:00 to 19:30 (Vietnam time) via Zoom.
Objective and Significance of the Seminar
This seminar presents a valuable opportunity for localities, businesses, and tourism communities in Vietnam to learn from successful models of sustainable tourism development, natural resource conservation, and rural development from prominent tourism villages in the UN Tourism Best Tourism Villages Network. It also provides a platform for stakeholders to connect, exchange experiences, and contribute to the future sustainable development of Vietnam’s tourism sector.
Seminar Content
The seminar will share experiences from exemplary tourism villages in Italy, Cyprus, and Ecuador regarding nature conservation, rural economic development, and preserving cultural identity through sustainable tourism. Participants will gain insights into practical models for sustainable tourism development, helping local communities leverage tourism as a tool for resource protection and development.
Event Details
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Time: 18:00 – 19:30 on July 31, 2025 (Vietnam time)
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Format: Online via Zoom
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Language: English
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Link : https://unwto-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tzJSuNE_SPW9FpE-WtypJQ#/registration
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please contact:Pham To Linh, International Relations and Tourism Promotion Officer
Email: tolinh@vietnamtourism.gov.vn
Phone: 0982422192
Detailed Program
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Chair: Ms. Federica Iellici, Programme Expert, Rural Development Programme, UN Tourism
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13:00 – 13:05: Opening Remarks – Mr. Jost Neumann, Coordinator, Rural Development Programme, UN Tourism
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13:05 – 13:15: Keynote Speech – Ms. Kirsi Hyvaerinen, UN Tourism Expert
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13:15 – 13:35: “Tourism Development through Mountain Stewardship” – Representative from Sauris Zahre, Italy, Ms. Fabiana Gorassini, Head of Tourist Information Office, Sauris Zahre Municipality
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13:35 – 13:55: “Driving Sustainability in Coastal Tourism” – Representative from Pissouri, Cyprus, Ms. Carol Bailey, Village Representative, Pissouri
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13:55 – 14:15: “Nature-Based Tourism for Conservation” – Representative from Mindo, Ecuador, Mr. Fernando Arias, President of GAD Parroquial de Mindo
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14:15 – 14:30: Q&A Session and Closing Remarks
Benefits of Attending the Seminar
This event will offer a unique opportunity for businesses and tourism communities in Vietnam to learn from successful international models. The experiences shared by representatives from Italy, Cyprus, and Ecuador will help participants apply creative solutions to local and community tourism in Vietnam. The seminar will also raise awareness about sustainable tourism and its role in natural resource conservation and rural development.
The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism encourages Provincial Tourism Departments, Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, along with businesses and tourism communities, to share this information and invite relevant stakeholders to participate. This seminar provides a valuable occasion for local communities to connect, exchange ideas, and explore sustainable tourism development solutions tailored to their needs.
The online seminar sharing experiences from the UN Tourism Best Tourism Villages Network is an excellent opportunity for Vietnamese tourism communities and businesses to engage with international sustainable tourism models and implement them locally. The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism hopes this event will help promote sustainable tourism development and environmental protection in Vietnam.
