On March 19, 2026, the Hai Phong City People's Committee issued Official Dispatch No. 2881/VP-TH regarding the implementation of the Government's regular meeting resolution for February 2026 and the Prime Minister's conclusions. This document is essential for realizing growth targets, maintaining macroeconomic stability, and promoting comprehensive digital transformation while affirming the city's status as a dynamic growth pole for the entire country.
Global Context and Positive Economic Signals
During the first two months of 2026, the global situation remained complex with intense strategic competition and trade policy adjustments from major economies, which placed pressure on global supply chains. However, thanks to the drastic leadership of the Party and Government, Vietnam's economy recorded impressive figures, including a 10.4% increase in the industrial production index (IIP), $155.7 billion in export-import turnover (up 22.2%), and $3.21 billion in realized FDI.
Economic and Financial Discipline
In Hai Phong, departments and sectors quickly adopted a spirit of "work early, get to work immediately" following the Tet holiday. The city aims to shift its focus from perfecting institutions to practical implementation, using output efficiency as the measure of official capacity. Official Dispatch 2881 emphasizes strengthening financial and budgetary discipline, with a goal for 2026 state budget revenue to exceed 2025 levels by at least 10% through expanding the tax base in areas like e-commerce and digital services.
Regarding investment, the city is determined to disburse 100% of the assigned 2026 public investment plan. Relevant agencies are tasked with resolving site clearance issues and ensuring material supplies to accelerate key projects, such as river-crossing bridge systems, economic zone infrastructure, and regional highways. Additionally, the city is coordinating on the Lao Cai - Hanoi - Hai Phong railway project to enhance logistics capacity.
Breakthroughs in Digital Transformation and Administrative Reform
Following Project 06 and the 2026-2030 Administrative Reform Plan, Hai Phong is resolutely eliminating redundant procedures. Agencies are prohibited from requesting citizens to re-provide information already stored in the National Database or integrated into the VNeID application. Digitization is being expanded across several sectors:
- Healthcare and Education: Deploying Electronic Health Records, Digital School Records, and digital diplomas on VNeID.
- Land Management: Developing regulations for the city's land database, expected to be completed by June 2026.
- Public Interaction: Researching a specialized electronic portal to respond to requests for explanations from citizens and businesses.
Elevating Foreign Affairs and International Integration
As an international gateway, foreign affairs serve as a "lever" to attract external resources. The Department of Foreign Affairs leads strategic tasks including:
- Expanding Cooperation: Connecting with potential partners, especially tech corporations from the G20 and ASEAN 4, to attract high-quality FDI in semiconductors, AI, and the green economy.
- Cultural Diplomacy: Promoting the city's image associated with the Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago world heritage site to boost tourism.
- Diaspora Resources: Mobilizing overseas Vietnamese intellectuals and international experts for local innovation projects.
- Long-term Vision: Building the 2026-2030 Foreign Affairs Strategy, envisioning Hai Phong as a "International City" by 2045.
Social Security and Quality of Life
Economic growth is paired with social progress and justice through continued support for the poor and policy beneficiaries. Education efforts involve advising on tuition fees to ensure learner rights, while the housing sector aims to complete 7,135 social housing apartments in 2026. Furthermore, the Department of Industry and Trade is tasked with monitoring prices and ensuring sufficient energy supplies to prevent supply chain disruptions.
The city identifies 2026 as a pivotal year for restructuring the apparatus toward being lean and effective, following the "6-Clear" principle: clear person, task, time, responsibility, authority, and result. The successful organization of elections for the 16th National Assembly and the 2026-2031 People's Councils further underscores this progress. Ultimately, the directives in Dispatch 2881 provide a solid foundation for Hai Phong to complete its long-term goals of becoming an international industrial, service, and logistics center.