Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has signed a decision by the Prime Minister approving the establishment of the Hai Phong Special Economic Zone, marking a new milestone in Vietnam’s regional development strategy.

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The area under Hai Hung Commune, part of the newly established Hai Phong Special Economic Zone. Photo: Hai Phong Newspaper

Located across six communes - Thuong Hong, Nguyen Luong Bang, Bac Thanh Mien, Thanh Mien, Hai Hung and Binh Giang - the zone covers a total of 5,300 hectares. It will include industrial and sub-industrial areas, a commercial and service complex, a non-tariff and logistics area, as well as innovation and logistics centers. The detailed layout of each functional zone will be defined in the approved master plan.

The special economic zone is designed to maximize Hai Phong’s strengths in industrial and service development, emphasizing high-tech, environmentally friendly industries. It aims to strengthen economic, trade and service connectivity with neighboring localities and international markets, while harmonizing economic growth with national defense, cultural preservation and social welfare.

With its modern infrastructure and synchronized planning, the Hai Phong Special Economic Zone is expected to become a key growth driver for both the city and the wider Red River Delta region. It is projected to contribute around 3–4% of Hai Phong’s gross regional domestic product (GRDP) by 2030 and over 5% in subsequent years.

The zone will operate under transparent, investor-friendly policies, serving as a hub for advanced technology industries, innovation, modern urban services and logistics. It aims to connect effectively with regional and national economic centers while ensuring sustainable and secure development.

The management and operation of the zone will comply with existing laws governing industrial parks, economic zones and investment, as well as related legal documents.

According to the approved schedule, the 2025–2026 phase will complete the overall master plan and several key sub-zoning plans. Between 2026 and 2030, the zone will finalize investment procedures, initiate construction and begin operating initial projects while continuing to develop industrial, urban and service infrastructure. From 2031 to 2035, the zone will evolve into a modern, green and smart urban area, accelerating industrialization and attracting further investment in priority sectors.

Tran Thuong