Ho Chi Minh City, April 1 -- By removing institutional barriers, accelerating heritage digitalisation, and forging stronger links with tourism, Ho Chi Minh City is moving beyond preservation to transform traditional theatre into a competitive cultural industry, leveraging the "soft power" of culture as Vietnam deepens integration into the world. Building a sustainable ecosystem Viewing cultural industries as a cornerstone of sustainable development, the city is working to establish a comprehensive ecosystem supporting traditional performing arts. Authorities aim to elevate traditional theatre into a leading cultural industry by simultaneously upgrading infrastructure and nurturing high-quality human resources. A professional creative envi...