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In the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam, women play a crucial role in various aspects of agriculture, fishing, and small-scale businesses, contributing significantly to the local economy and livelihoods of their families. Many Vietnamese women in the Mekong Delta engage in small-scale businesses to supplement their household income. This may include selling produce from their farms, operating food stalls or markets, running homestays or guesthouses for tourists, or selling handicrafts and souvenirs. With the growth of tourism in the Mekong Delta, women have found employment opportunities in the tourism and hospitality sectors. They may work as tour guides, boat operators, cooks, or staff at hotels, restaurants, and tourist attractions, providing services to visitors and contributing to the local tourism industry. Here, a woman take a respite form selling cooked meals to weary tourists.