Tourism stands out as a highlight in the socio-economic development of Dien Bien province.

Mr. Pham Van Thang, Head of the Tourism Management Department (Dien Bien Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism), stated that in the first half of 2024, the number of tourists to Dien Bien is estimated to reach 1.368 million, a 2.19-fold increase compared to the same period last year, exceeding the annual plan by 5.38%. Total revenue from tourism activities is estimated at 2,474.1 billion VND (a 2.26-fold increase compared to the same period in 2023, exceeding the annual plan by 12.5%). The average length of stay for tourists is 3 days.

According to the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dien Bien province, the successful organization of many activities such as: The 9th Swallow Tail Boat Racing Festival; Fourth National Paragliding Club Championship; Cherry Blossom Festival - Dien Bien Phu; Opening ceremony of National Tourism Year - Dien Bien 2024, Ban Flower Festival in 2024... Especially activities and events of ministries, departments, branches, series of events towards the 70th Anniversary of Victory Dien Bien Phu recently contributed to creating an important driving force, a spillover effect promoting tourism development in the province.

In the first six months of 2024, the GRDP growth rate of Dien Bien province is estimated to reach 8.75%, a relatively high increase compared to other provinces in the region and the country (ranked first among the eight provinces in the Northwest region, 3rd among 14 provinces in the Midlands and Northern mountainous region, and 10th among 63 provinces and cities nationwide)./.

Source: VNA