Mai Son, Standing Vice Chairman of the Bac Giang People's Committee, joined Quang Ninh Party Secretary Vu Dai Thang and leaders from Hai Duong province and the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha to receive the UNESCO delegation.

Standing Vice Chairman of the Bac Giang People's Committee Mai Son and other delegates pose for a commemorative photo with the delegation from the UNESCO World Heritage Center.

Speaking on behalf of the three provinces, Thang welcomed the UNESCO officials and highlighted the efforts made by Quang Ninh to preserve and promote Ha Long Bay after it was designated a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site.

He said significant investments had been made to protect the bay and turn it into a globally attractive tourist destination.

Beyond Ha Long Bay, all three provinces are placing strong emphasis on the conservation of cultural, religious, and spiritual heritage. Of particular importance is the Yen Tu relic and scenic site, recognized for its special historical and spiritual value.

The site recently served as one of the locations for a procession and veneration of the Buddha's relics, underscoring its prominence.

The provinces have been working jointly to submit a nomination dossier to UNESCO for the “Complex of Yen Tu – Vinh Nghiem – Con Son, Kiep Bac” to be recognized as a World Heritage site.

The dossier represents a collaboration among local authorities and international experts, and is considered one of Vietnam's most comprehensive heritage submissions to date.

Eloundou Assomo praised the close coordination between Vietnam and UNESCO in heritage preservation.

He acknowledged the efforts of Quang Ninh, Bac Giang, and Hai Duong in supporting the mission of the World Heritage Center and noted that his team had gained valuable insights about Yen Tu through discussions with local leaders.

He also noted the dossier was meticulously prepared with input from global specialists, making the nomination highly promising for recognition at UNESCO's upcoming session.

The UNESCO official affirmed continued support from the World Heritage Center for heritage conservation in the three provinces and encouraged local governments to sustain effective heritage management measures that balance development with preservation.

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