This statement was confirmed at a meeting held in Hanoi on September 25 among travel firms of both countries hosted by the Embassy of India in Vietnam.

Indian Ambassador to Vietnam Sandeep Arya stated that India which boasts many attractive destinations would continue to promote fresh tourism products to Vietnamese travelers, in addition to traditional tours.

The South Asian country will continue to launch communication campaigns to popularize Indian tourism and cooperate alongside Vietnamese travel firms to increase efficiency and attract more Vietnamese tourists, he shared.

The diplomat added that until the end of the year the Indian Embassy in Vietnam would enhance tourism connections between the two countries through organising FAM trips for travel firms.

Delegates at the event agreed that from the perspective of Vietnamese tourists, there remains little information available about Indian tourism. Many people view India as a pilgrimage tourist destination whilst some places are not safe at night, thus limiting the number of Vietnamese tourists to India.

In August this year the Indian state of Kerala welcomed Vietnamese businesses to survey tourism and build new products.

Practicing yoga in India proved to be a very unique experience, whilst the food found in Kerala is quite suitable for Vietnamese people. This region has developed tourism for a long time and has attracted many European visitors. In addition, there is also a direct flight from Vietnam to Kerala, making it convenient for many Vietnamese tourists.

Vietnam shares many similarities in culture and destinations with India. Besides, Vietnamese tourists have more and more options for tours in India which is seen as one of the most attractive markets for Vietnam to target.