Hanoi, May 4 -- Halal tourism presents a promising opportunity driven by rising global Muslim travel demand, and while Vietnam is beginning to tap into this market, it still faces challenges in meeting its unique cultural and religious needs.

With over 1.9 billion Muslims worldwide, Halal tourism is booming. The global Halal tourism market was valued at around 266 billion USD in 2023. It is projected to hit 276 billion USD in 2024 and soar to 350 billion USD by 2030.

Dr. Trinh Thi Thu Ha, Rector of the Hanoi College of Commerce and Tourism, noted that Muslim tourism has become a global trend and is playing an increasingly vital role in many countries' tourism sectors.

Recognising the vast potential of this market, the Prime Minister ap...