Exploring solutions to develop Halal tourism in Hue

H.E. Kohdayar Marri, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Vietnam, spoke at the workshop

The workshop brought together around 100 Vietnamese and international delegates, notably H.E. Kohdayar Marri, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Vietnam; and representatives of the Middle East and Africa Department under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, along with various agencies, departments, and organizations.

At the workshop, delegates focused on several key topics, including international experience in developing Halal tourism, with experts sharing insights into rankings, certification and management consultancy; the current state of Halal tourism development in Hue, as viewed by accommodation management agencies, accommodation businesses, restaurants, and Vietnam Halal Association; the challenges and practical needs of businesses in serving Muslim visitors; as well as specific proposals and solutions to gradually make Hue a Muslim-friendly destination.

An overview of the international workshop

According to experts, Halal visitors are emerging as one of the most dynamic and fastest-growing markets in the world. This presents significant opportunities for Vietnamese localities and businesses in general, and Hue City in particular, to expand export markets, diversify partners, attract high-quality visitor segment, and participate more deeply in global supply chains.

In the coming time, Hue City needs to focus on implementing a range of solutions, including stepping up market research, tourism promotion, and connections with partners. In addition, the city should raise awareness and support businesses in gradually improving their service capacity, while progressively upgrading infrastructure and enhancing service quality. In particular, the city needs to research and develop tourism products tailored to the needs of Muslim visitors…