The regulation standardizes the scope of activities, types of tourism services, inland waterway vessels, and the responsibilities of relevant parties, providing a legal framework for management. Tourism services in the bays of Cat Ba are only permitted in areas and sites designated by the competent authorities, in line with the tourism development plan and the requirements for preserving the UNESCO World Natural Heritage site. Organizations and individuals involved in tourism must be legally registered, meet all conditions for their services, and are subject to inspection and supervision by state management agencies. The regulation also clearly defines the responsibilities of departments, sectors, local authorities, and the Management Board of the Cat Ba Archipelago Bays in managing, inspecting, and supervising tourism activities and inland waterway vessels