Welcome ceremony to the 20 millionth international visitor to Vietnam (Photo: Tran Cong Dat/VOV)

Karolina Agnieszka Muskus, a Polish national, arrived in Phu Quoc, Vietnam, on a LOT Polish Airlines flight, becoming the 20 millionth international visitor to Vietnam.

She said she felt excited to be welcomed by leaders of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and An Giang province, and presented with many valuable gifts from the program’s partners Sun Group and Ngoc Hien Pearl.

The 20 millionth tourist Karolina Agnieszka Muskus of Poland  (Photo: Tran Cong Dat/VOV)

“It’s a great honor for me and I can feel tears in my eyes right now because of this emotion. I’m really pleased to be here and to have the possibility to visit the gorgeous Vietnam and beautiful landscape and the people are awesome and open heart,” said Karolina.

The news signals Vietnamese tourism’s post-pandemic recovery and growth and its competitiveness edge in the world.

Ho An Phong, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Photo: Tran Cong Dat/VOV)

Ho An Phong, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, said that the milestone demonstrates the increased trust of international tourists in a safe, friendly, and attractive Vietnam.

“The major achievement illustrates Vietnam’s long-term perseverance and sustained efforts. To date, alongside other national achievements, Vietnam’s tourism sector has recorded strong growth and has emerged as one of Vietnam’s leading economic sectors, helping propel the nation into a new phase of development,” Phong noted.

This event took place in Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s premier hub for resort tourism, entertainment, and distinctive sea and island experiences. Phu Quoc is also the venue slated to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum in 2027.