1、MEKONG FORUM 2025:Promoting Cultural and Creative Industry for Heritage Tourism Development in the Mekong RegionPresented by:Ms.Thongvone SosamphanProject Coordinator,Trade and Investment Facilitation DepartmentMekong InstituteCultural and Creative Industries(CCI)is not a new concept Why cultural an
2、d creative industries(CCI)in Mekong region?Cultural and Creative Industries as an engineSustainable Tourism Development Cultural and Creative Industries Rich and at riskJob creation Preservation of cultural heritage Traditional knowledge and traditional cultural expressions IncomeSmall-scale artisan
3、s,cultural practitioners,and local entrepreneursCCI can serve as an engine for promoting sustainable tourism by preserving cultural heritage,creating local jobs,and enhancing unique visitor experiences.lacquerware Puppetry Sandpainting Angkuoch(Musical instrument)Stone caving Khmer shadow theatre Co
4、nical hat Traditional dress Culinary art Palm Leaf Fish Mobile Khon mask Palm Leaf Hat Mulberry paper Khomphin Embroidery(Khom Pin)Spinning lantern,Luang Prabang,Laos:Challenges:1)Knowledge transfer 2)Market access 3)Funding Intervention:1)Capacity trainings 2)Regional knowledge exchanges Government
5、s in Mekong consider establish comprehensive policies and unlock sustainable financing that supports the whole creative ecosystem Importance of IP protectionDownload a copy at:Mekong Institute and Mekong Heritage Platform Oma Peoples Textiles(photo:TACE)Traditional Thai Khorat Silk(Image:CATHERINE S
6、AEZ)Kampot Pepper,CambodiaTraditional Thai Korat Pottery(Image:Catherine Saez)Digital and Technology Infrastructure Advancing Cultural and Creative Industries(CCI)in the Mekong region requires long-term strategy,adequate funding,effective i