Hue city, Vietnam: Industry leaders will agree on a clear vision for the sustainable development of the golf sector at the first Vietnam Golf Course Owners Summit.
Launched as a fundamental milestone for Vietnam's golf development in 2025-2030 and beyond, the summit at Laguna Lăng Cô Golf & Resort brings together golf course owners, government leaders and international experts for a day of strategic discussions, expert panels and forward-looking presentations.
The summit is led by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Hue Municipal People's Committee and jointly organized by the Vietnam Tourism Administration, the Vietnam Sports Administration, the Hue Ministry of Culture and Sports and the Hue Ministry of Tourism. 54 Vietnam acts as an implementation partner with the support of the Vietnam Golf Association (VGA).
In the first eight months of 2025, Vietnam welcomed over 13.9 million international visitors, up 21.7% year-on-year, with strong growth from Europe (+33.2%), Asia (+21.3%), Oceania (+14%), the Americas (+9.1%) and Africa (+4.7%).
As Vietnam consolidates its position as one of Asia's most dynamic tourism destinations, golf tourism has emerged as a key differentiator. It combines world-class facilities with natural landscapes, cultural heritage and a deep commitment to sustainability that resonates with travelers from around the world.
Building on this momentum, the summit aims to translate potential into unified action, aligning on common standards, sustainability and a clear long-term direction for Vietnam's fast-growing golf industry.
Jed Moore54-year-old founder and CEO, will open the summit this morning with a keynote presentation on “The Economics of Golf in Vietnam.”
Moore said: “With billions of dollars in potential revenue streams predicted, it is vital that Vietnamese golf's industry leaders agree on the long-term development of the sector. Vietnam is a country with untold potential and bringing together experts and industry leaders now will benefit us in the future as we drive the growth of the sport at professional, amateur and lifestyle levels.”
Discussions will focus on the creation of a national golf strategy until 2030, the importance of sustainable development and the economic potential of golf tourism as a pillar of Vietnam's sports and leisure sector.
Sentosa Golf Club, an industry leader in sustainability, is also supporting with the CEO Andy Johnston Lecture on the topic “Environmentally friendly golf – Why it is the inevitable way forward”. His session will highlight best practices in environmental stewardship, a key theme as Vietnam positions itself as a global model for sustainable course development.
Panel discussions throughout the day will bring together an impressive range of local and international voices, including representatives from the Department of Culture, Sport and Tourism, the VGA and senior leaders from England Golf, Golf Course Association Europe, LIV Golf, Asian Tour, Toro, Club Car and Faldo Design.
Topics include “Designing Vietnam's Golf Strategy 2030,” “The 5-Star Golf Experience,” “Building Vietnam Golf – The Next Hundred,” and “The Power of Growing Together as a Destination.”
adding a global spotlight, Rick ShielsLIV Golf Ambassador, the world's most influential golf content creator with over three million YouTube subscribers, will attend the summit as a special guest, highlighting Vietnam's growing appeal as a world-class golf destination.
A representative of the Hue Municipal People's Committee said: “Hosting the summit in Hue marks an important milestone and reflects the province's commitment to developing golf in line with local culture and sustainable values. Through collaboration between government, associations and investors, Vietnam can develop a golf tourism model that is culturally distinctive, environmentally friendly and highly experiential for global travelers.”
The day ends with the Vietnam Golf Excellence Awards Gala Dinner, honoring individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the game. Awards include the Vietnam Golf Legacy Award, the Sustainability Award and the Women in Golf Recognition Award.
*54, Laguna Lang Co, Toro, Club Car, Sentosa Golf Club and Faldo Design are all members of the Asian Golf Industry Federation.