In the Government’s strategy for developing cultural industries, heritage is viewed not only as an object of preservation but also as a resource for growth. For the heritage city of Hue, the key challenge lies in how to enable heritage to step beyond exhibition spaces and participate directly in the creative value chain and the urban economy.

Since joining UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network, Ha Noi has implemented a wide range of concrete activities to promote creativity in culture and harness cultural resources for sustainable urban development.

Ho Chi Minh City has officially been recognised as a member of UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network in the field of cinema. This marks a new beginning for the city to foster creativity and build a cinema industry that is not only rich in artistry but also deeply humanistic.