Within the framework of the 48th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Busan (South Korea), the joint delegation of Hai Phong and Quang Ninh held discussions with the UNESCO World Heritage Centre and international advisory bodies regarding the management, conservation, and promotion of the Ha Long Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago World Natural Heritage.

(The Vietnamese delegation at the 48th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Busan, South Korea)

The two localities are continuously refining their coordination mechanisms in heritage management, enhancing environmental protection, applying technology, sharing data, and managing tourism activities in accordance with UNESCO’s recommendations. Simultaneously, they are accelerating the joint development of tourism routes connecting Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay, thereby expanding the visitor experience, extending lengths of stay, and enhancing the overall appeal of the destination.

The enhanced coordination between Hai Phong and Quang Ninh not only contributes to the effective fulfillment of commitments to UNESCO but also lays a solid foundation for green and sustainable tourism development. Step by step, this partnership is asserting the position of the Ha Long Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago World Natural Heritage on the global tourism map.