28/04/2026
Hai Phong issues 2026–2030 socio-economic development Plan: Targeting Per Capita GRDP of USD 11,247
The Hai Phong People’s Committee has issued Plan No. 109/KH-UBND (dated April 6, 2026) on socio-economic development, national defense, security, and foreign affairs for the 2026–2030 period. The plan aims to develop Hai Phong into a modern, civilized, and eco-friendly industrial port city, taking the lead in digital and green transformation.
The plan sets out key socio-economic targets to help Hai Phong approach leading cities in Southeast Asia. During 2026–2030, the city targets an average GRDP growth rate of at least 13% per year, with an ambition to reach 14%.
By 2030, major economic indicators are expected to reach record levels:
• GRDP per capita (current prices): USD 11,247 per person
• Total state budget revenue: VND 245.5 trillion, including VND 122 trillion from domestic revenue
• Total investment capital over five years: VND 2.4 quadrillion
• Digital economy contribution: over 35% of GRDP
• Export turnover: at least USD 75 billion
• Cargo throughput: 380 million tons
• Tourism: 25 million visitors
To achieve these goals, Hai Phong will prioritize key growth-driving sectors, including electronics, information technology, digital technology, port services and logistics, trade, and tourism.
A major priority is the development of synchronized and modern transport and urban infrastructure. The city plans to:
• Complete terminals at Lach Huyen International Gateway Port
• Develop initial terminals at Nam Do Son Port and the Van Uc River port area
• Upgrade and expand Cat Bi International Airport
• Invest in the Lao Cai – Hanoi – Hai Phong high-speed railway connecting directly to the port system
Institutionally, the city will implement special mechanisms and comprehensive policies under National Assembly Resolution No. 226/2025/QH15 to mobilize legal resources. A key highlight is the development of a Free Trade Zone that was oriented as a breakthrough special institutional space integrating non-tariff zones, high-tech industrial parks, logistics centers, commercial and financial services, and R&D.
Alongside economic growth, Hai Phong emphasizes improving the material and spiritual life of the people
• Education: Hai Phong aims to become an international center for marine science and technology and plans to implement the “Socialist School” model, with Phase 1 expected by 2030.
• Social welfare and urban planning: Promotes social housing development aligned with infrastructure, simultaneously implementing model socialist housing in Hai Phong – fairness, humanity, and solidarity to ensure affordable and stable living conditions.
• Healthcare: Targets becoming a regional medical center for the Northern Coastal region.
• Environment: Aims for 100% collection and treatment of solid waste, along with building a modern waste treatment plant.
Overall, the plan reflects Hai Phong’s ambition for rapid, sustainable growth while enhancing living standards and advancing innovative development models by 2030.