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Ho Chi Minh City Expands Its Development Zones and Strengthens Local Diplomatic Connectivity
The dialogue drew leaders from 88 foreign localities and nearly 20 international partners to back R&D, green growth and a port cooperation mechanism.
- From September 10 to 12, Ho Chi Minh City hosted the 3rd Ho Chi Minh City Friendship Dialogue in Vung Tau Ward, strengthening local diplomacy and connecting global resources.
- Following its July 1, 2025, merger with Binh Duong and Ba Ria- Vung Tau, Ho Chi Minh City entered a new development stage, now covering more than 6,770 km² with over 14 million residents.
- The city's economy reached nearly USD 60 billion in the first half of 2026, while the Cai Mep- Thi Vai port cluster accommodates vessels of up to 250,000 DWT.
- Dialogue participants proposed a multilateral cooperation mechanism for seaports to share data, expand supply chains, and meet next-generation sustainability standards.
- The National Assembly adopted the Law on Urban Development on August 24, 2026, setting long-term GRDP per capita targets of USD 14,000 by 2030 and USD 75,000 by 2045.
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Ho Chi Minh City Expands Its Development Zones and Strengthens Local Diplomatic Connectivity
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ho Chi Minh City is affirming its position as a gateway for connecting global resources and strengthening local diplomacy through the successful organization of the 3rd Ho Chi Minh City…
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