With a workforce of around 2 million people, trained through a network of 10 universities, research institutes, and more than 100 vocational training institutions, Hai Phong is well-equipped to meet development demands. At the same time, the city places strong emphasis on social welfare, housing development, and synchronized urban infrastructure, building a modern and civilized living environment. In parallel, it promotes high-tech agriculture in a green and sustainable direction, with larg
Through the many ups and downs of history, the coastal land of Hai Phong has been enriched by the sediments of time, shaping a place of “sacred land and outstanding people” - where the spiritual essence of rivers and seas converges, crystallizing intellect, courage, and an aspiration to reach the ocean. From the early milestone of An Bien guarding the Hai Tan frontier, to the humanistic philosophy of Nguyen Trai and the strategic “seaward orientation” vision of Trang Trinh, Hai Phong has gradually forged its own identity - an open, dynamic city at the forefront of integration.
That cultural and historical legacy continues to be inherited and promoted, serving as a foundation for Hai Phong today to shape a new identity: a “modern, civilized, and ecological city worth living in,” striving to reach the level of Southeast Asian cities by 2030 and to rise into the ranks of leading cities in Asia and the world by 2045.
Hai Phong – A New Growth Pole
After expanding its development space, Hai Phong now covers an area of over 3,194 km², with a population exceeding 4.6 million, making it the locality with the third-largest economic scale in the country. The convergence of resources, a strategic geopolitical position, and a rich cultural tradition has propelled the city into a new phase of development. It has been entrusted by the central government with the mission of becoming a “mega port city,” serving as a national growth pole, leading the Red River Delta region, and spreading development momentum across the country.
Seaports are the “heart” of the city (Source: Internet)
With more than a century of developing its seaport system, Hai Phong has firmly established its position as the main gateway to the sea for Northern Vietnam, as well as a strategic transportation hub of the region. The city boasts a synchronized and modern transport infrastructure, encompassing all five key modes of transportation:
Seaports: The “heart” of the city’s economy, with nearly 60 ports. Notably, the Lach Huyen International Gateway Port, one of the world’s leading deep-water ports, can accommodate vessels of over 200,000 tons and offers direct connections to Europe and the Americas, enabling Hai Phong to integrate deeply into global supply chains.
Roads: A well-developed network of expressways, national highways, and regional routes ensures seamless connectivity with major economic centers.
Aviation: Cat Bi International Airport meets ICAO 4E standards, and together with the planned Tien Lang Airport, will expand the city’s international transport network.
Inland waterways: With more than 1,000 km of waterways, Hai Phong optimizes multimodal transport, reducing logistics costs and environmental emissions.
Railways: Existing and planned railway lines, such as Lao Cai - Hanoi - Hai Phong and Hai Phong - Ha Long - Mong Cai, will connect the Vietnam-China economic corridor and enhance regional connectivity.
Hai Phong - A Destination Worth “Living In - Investing In - Experiencing”
Hai Phong has built a strong appeal thanks to its transparent, friendly, and efficient investment environment. During the 2021–2025 period, the city consistently ranked among the top localities nationwide in governance indices. Notably, in 2024, Hai Phong led the country in three key indicators simultaneously: the Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI), the Public Administration Reform Index (PAR Index), and the Satisfaction Index of Public Administrative Services (SIPAS), affirming its outstanding governance quality. Guided by the motto “Business success - Local prosperity,” the city remains committed to accompanying investors in the spirit of “harmonized benefits and shared risks.”
The city’s economy has maintained a high growth rate, notably sustaining double-digit GRDP growth for many consecutive years. Hai Phong is currently one of the country’s leading destinations for foreign investment, with more than 1,700 valid FDI projects and a total registered capital exceeding USD 51 billion from 44 countries and territories. The presence of numerous major multinational corporations, along with an increasingly well-developed supporting industrial ecosystem, has created strong and sustainable growth momentum.
Hai Phong’s economic scale has reached nearly USD 30 billion, with its structure shifting toward industrialization, in which the processing and manufacturing sector plays a leading role. At the same time, the city has expanded its cooperative relations with 130 countries and territories, established friendly ties with 31 international localities, and is gradually affirming its increasingly prominent stand on the global stage.
The city consistently ranked among the top localities nationwide (Source: Internet)
Hai Phong possesses a comprehensive and well-synchronized development ecosystem, providing a solid foundation for sustainable growth. The city has a large reserve of industrial and urban land, with 45 industrial parks (over 12,000 hectares) and 97 industrial clusters (around 5,000 hectares), along with three key economic zones: Dinh Vu - Cat Hai Economic Zone, the Southern Coastal Economic Zone, and a specialized economic zone integrating high technology and innovation, which serve as the main drivers of growth.
At the same time, Hai Phong is oriented toward becoming an international logistics hub, with a system of 19 logistics centers planned by 2030, contributing to enhanced competitiveness and optimized supply chains. The city is also at the forefront of developing clean energy and digital infrastructure, implementing large-scale LNG power projects, expanding 5G coverage and moving toward 6G, thereby laying the foundation for a smart city and a digital economy.
Hai Phong has remained double-digit GRDP growth for many consecutive years (Source: Internet)
Hai Phong aims to maintain GRDP growth of 13–14% per year by 2030; achieve a GRDP per capita of over USD 11,000; reach export turnover of around USD 75 billion; and handle approximately 380 million tons of cargo through its seaports. The city focuses on developing priority sectors such as high-tech industry, logistics, seaports, e-commerce, marine and island tourism, and high-tech agriculture, while also promoting digital transformation and administrative reform.
The implementation of special mechanisms and policies under National Assembly Resolution No. 226, with 41 specific mechanisms and policies, has opened a new development milestone for Hai Phong, focusing on three main pillars: science, technology and innovation; the Free Trade Zone; and social welfare and human resources, thereby creating new development space.
In particular, the Hai Phong Free Trade Zone, covering more than 6,200 hectares, features a “one-stop” comprehensive mechanism and special investment procedures that are close to international standards. It is expected to create breakthroughs in attracting next-generation FDI and developing high-tech industries, finance, and logistics.
Deeply integrated into the world, Hai Phong still fully preserves its distinct cultural identity. From the Cat Ba Archipelago - a UNESCO World Natural Heritage property to the Con Son - Kiep Bac complex, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, along with traditional festivals, rich cuisine, and open, generous people, all these elements together create the city’s unique and compelling charm.
Hai Phong is gradually becoming an attractive destination for international tourists and for a community of more than 20,000 foreigners who live and work there long-term. The city is steadily realizing its aspiration to elevate its culinary excellence and vibrant music scene into distinctive values that are widely promoted, progressively positioning itself as an appealing hub for music and cuisine in Vietnam.
With a people-centered orientation, Hai Phong aims to build a city worthy “living in - investing in - experiencing”, where comprehensive development opportunities converge for both residents and businesses.
From a historically rich coastal gateway, Hai Phong today is making a strong breakthrough, gathering all the conditions to enter a “golden growth” era. Not only is it a dynamic growth pole of the nation, but the city is also affirming its position as an attractive destination for investors, residents, and international visitors. With a strategic vision, outstanding institutional frameworks, and an aspiration to reach further, the heroic Port City brings together distinctive potentials, outstanding opportunities, and favorable policies, ready to make a breakthrough in shaping a prosperous future.