The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) on February 6 said that VNAT would discipline companies which have committed to slash tour fees but do not fulfill their commitments.

The French Government pledged to offer 70% of a Eur150,000 fund under its Agenda 21 with the Vietnamese Government on sustainable development.

Vietnam has the potential to become an extremely attractive tourist destination for Australians as many of the country\\\'s tourist agencies are promoting low-cost tours.