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Vietnam: Tourism Take-Off
Activities
Activity 1
Not a Tiger
Why is Vietnam so different from South Korea, Singapore and
Taiwan? Its people — and once its army — had a
reputation for vigour, determination and a strong will to
succeed.
A. Look at the Background Information in the Net Notes on
Vietnam and other countries in the series such as South Korea and
Singapore. Make two lists:
a) Vietnam’s attractions and its assets for economic
prosperity.
b) Factors which hinder progress in Vietnam.
You will find further information at this website:
B. Suggest what the crucial factors are, and what Vietnam may
have to do if it wants to become prosperous.
Activity 2
Rural Life in Vietnam
Find answers to these questions:
- What percentage of Vietnamese people live in rural areas?
- How does this compare with other South-East Asian
countries?
- What conditions encourage large numbers of people to leave the
countryside to go and live in towns?
- Are these conditions found in Vietnam, or likely to be very
soon?
Imagine you work for a rural development agency whose task it is
to prevent too many people from leaving the countryside in Vietnam.
Use the video and Net Notes to produce a leaflet showing why rural
life is the best choice. Refer to the experience of other countries
(such as Thailand) if this helps.
Activity 3
Tourist Potential
Look at the website:
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