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Sustainable tourism has become a central pillar of local development strategies in emerging economies. This study examines the effectiveness of tourism-related policies in Quang Nam Province, Vietnam, over the period 2017–2024, encompassing pre-pandemic growth, the COVID-19 disruption, and post-pandemic recovery, using a qualitative policy analysis approach. Drawing on provincial directives, national strategies, and official tourism statistics, this study applies the Triple Bottom Line, Tourism Area Life Cycle (TALC), and Community-Based Tourism (CBT) frameworks to assess tourism governance outcomes and policy implementation gaps. The findings indicate a strong recovery, with visitor numbers increasing from 1.05 million in 2021 to approximately 8 million by the end of 2024, while revenue from accommodation and sightseeing services exceeded VND 9,200 billion. While economic recovery and destination branding have been successful, persistent challenges remain in environmental governance, interdepartmental coordination, and community participation, as reflected by a 1.7-fold increase in waste generation in Hoi An between 2016 and 2023. The study contributes by identifying key policy implementation gaps and proposing targeted, actionable recommendations to support sustainable and inclusive tourism development.
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Article Type: Research Article
EUR J SUSTAIN DEV RES, Volume 10, Issue 2, 2026, Article No: em0383
https://doi.org/10.29333/ejosdr/18129
Publication date: 01 Apr 2026
Online publication date: 15 Mar 2026
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