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Vietnam hits 20 million international visitors

16/12/2025

01:50

Vietnam on 15 December welcomed its 20 millionth international visitor of the year at the Phu Quoc Special Economic Zone — a historic milestone marking the highest figure in the 65-year history of the country’s tourism industry.

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