The focus of the event was the implementation of the recently approved master planning scheme for the southeastern region for the 2021-2030 period with a vision until 2050.
Speaking at the event, PM Chinh directed improving the effectiveness of regional coordination, development, and connectivity, with a focus on the building of mechanisms and policies to achieve these goals.
He asked ministries, agencies, localities, and members of the council to promptly build a concrete action plan to carry out the master planning scheme.
The plan should prioritize economic restructuring with priority given to sectors of strength, hi-tech industries such as semiconductor chips, high value-added services such as e-commerce, regional-scale logistics centers, Can Gio international transshipment port, Ba Ria - Vung Tau Free Trade Zone, and Ho Chi Minh City International Financial Center, he suggested.
Underscoring the importance of workforce training, fostering innovation and creativity, and streamlining administrative procedures, the PM described them as crucial to improve the business environment.
The Government leader also pledged to consider localities’ proposals and assigned specific tasks to ministries, agencies, and localities.
The southeastern region is envisioned to transform into a modern and civilized region with a thriving industrial sector by 2030. It aims to surpass the high-income threshold and become a leader in adopting new growth models, digital transformation, and the development of cultural, social, educational, and healthcare sectors.
It aspires to become a premier hub for the digital economy, attracting international financial institutions and major global corporations. It envisions itself as a center for economic, financial, commercial, cultural, educational, and scientific-technological activities within Vietnam, holding a prominent position in Southeast Asia and evolving alongside major Asian cities.
The region aims for an average annual GRDP growth rate of 8-9 percent between 2021 and 2030, with a per capita GRDP of some US$14,500 - 16,000. The service sector is expected to make up 41-42 percent of the region's GRDP, while industry and construction are hoped to contribute 45-46 percent, and agriculture, forestry, and fisheries are about 2-3 percent. The rate of trained laborers with certified qualifications is targeted at 40-45 percent while the unemployment rate will stay below 3 percent.
