Hanoi, Sept. 15 -- Vietnam is targeting 45-50 million international tourist arrivals by 2030, but experts say reaching the ambitious goal will depend on stronger infrastructure, policies, tourism products and growth quality.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has outlined three scenarios for 2027-2030. Under the high-growth scenario, international arrivals would rise 15-18 percent annually to reach 45-50 million, while domestic tourism would reach around 160 million trips. Total tourism revenue is projected at 80-90 billion USD.

The sector aims to welcome 25-27 million international visitors in 2026, compared with nearly 21.2 million in 2025, up 20.4 percent year on year. Nearly 15.9 million arrived in the first eight months of...