A road linking Gia Binh Airport in the northern province of Bac Ninh to downtown Hanoi must be completed within a maximum of two years, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at a meeting on February 23, 2025. Photo courtesy of the government’s news portal.
“This is a crucial project for promoting the country’s image to international partners and friends,” he stressed while chairing a Sunday meeting with ministries, agencies, and local authorities on the airport’s construction.
Earlier, at the groundbreaking ceremony for the first phase of the airport in December 2024, the Prime Minister had requested that a plan for the road’s construction be completed by June 2025 at the latest.
Additionally, he called for the construction and development of a modern, smart logistics center at the airport to support the growth of e-commerce.
“All of these tasks must be completed quickly, on time, efficiently, and at the lowest possible cost,” Chinh stated, emphasizing the need to propose additional special mechanisms and conditions to facilitate the airport’s construction.
“The priority is to act swiftly, while ensuring quality, safety, and a bright, green, clean, and beautiful environment,” he added.
Gia Binh Airport, designed as a multi-functional, dual-use facility with a classification equivalent to 4E (a global standard for large airports), is set to play a critical role in the nation’s defense-security infrastructure and socio-economic development.
As a national key project, the airport will support training and combat readiness for the People’s Public Security Air Force. It will also serve as a backup for the Ministry of National Defence’s Air Defence and Air Force Service, as well as regional airports during emergencies.
Additionally, it will accommodate special flights for Party and State leaders, foreign dignitaries, and, when conditions allow, facilitate both cargo and passenger transport.
During the meeting, PM Chinh emphasized the urgent need for an additional dual-use airport in the Red River Delta, which is a key economic hub of northern Vietnam, with Hanoi at its core. Currently, Noi Bai International Airport remains under significant strain due to rapid passenger growth, despite recent expansions.
The development of Gia Binh Airport is essential for easing congestion at Noi Bai, while simultaneously supporting both national defense and economic growth, the Prime Minister stressed.
Reaffirming the solid practical, political, and legal foundations for developing Gia Binh Airport to international 4E standards, the PM underscored the need to commence the second phase of the project immediately, even as the first phase is still under construction.
The Ninh Binh Provincial People’s Committee held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Khanh Loi Industrial Cluster Infrastructure Investment and Business Project in Yen Khanh District on February 18.
This is the first newly initiated project among 21 key projects selected to commemorate the 23rd Provincial Party Congress.
Tran Thi Kim Thanh, CEO of Bao Minh-Khanh Hong Infrastructure Investment and Development JSC (the project investor), stated that the project covers 63 hectares and has recieved a total investment of approximately 700 billion VND.
It aims to attract high-quality investment in advanced, eco-friendly industries, integrating local businesses into global supply chains. The project is expected to create 3,000–5,000 jobs and attract skilled labour. Infrastructure construction and equipment installation are set to be completed by the end of 2026.
Nguyen Cao Son, Vice Chairman of Ninh Binh Provincial People’s Committee, urged the investor to ensure synchronised, modern infrastructure, exceed project deadlines, and comply with legal regulations. He also called on local authorities to facilitate project implementation and swiftly resolve any arising issues.
He affirmed the province’s commitment to supporting businesses, fostering a favourable investment environment and driving socio-economic development while improving local living standards.
Vietnam targets to add 6,000 MW of offshore wind power to its masterplan by 2030 and put the related projects into operation in 2030-2035, said Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hoang Long.
Long made the statement at a Wednesday meeting with a German delegation, featuring Ambassador Helga Margarete Barth; Heiko Wuttke, CEO of renewable energy developer Pure New Energy (PNE); and Thorsten Fastenau, vice president of PNE.
Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hoang Long at a working session in Hanoi on March 5, 2025. Photo courtesy of Cong Thuong (Industry & Trade) newspaper.
Vietnam aims to have 113,503-139,097 MW of offshore wind power by 2050, he added.
The country also plans to develop offshore wind energy and other renewables, including solar power, nearshore wind power, and land-based wind power, to manufacture new energy (green hydrogen and ammonia), serving both the domestic and export markets, Long said.
The country targets 15,000 MW of offshore wind power in 2035 and 240,000 MW in 2050 for new energy production, he added.
In reply, Ambassador Helga Margarete Barth said Germany highly rates Vietnam’s plans for new energy and renewable energy and is willing to cooperate with Vietnam, especially in wind power.
PNE started studying the $4.6 billion Hon Trau offshore wind power project in Vietnam in 2019. In November 2022, the company and the central coastal province of Binh Dinh signed a memorandum of understanding to deploy the project.
According to PNE, the project will be executed on Hon Trau island, 10 kilometers off the coast of De Gi estuary. The project is designed to have a capacity of 2,000 MW and be implemented in three phases. Some 50 turbines are slated to be installed in each phase.
Ten kilometers is less than the requirement of six nautical miles (11.1 kilometers) per the definition of offshore wind energy stipulated in the Electricity Law 2024.
The Hanoi People’s Committee held a ceremony on December 13 to honour Major Industrial Products (MIP) in 2024, with Sigma OTT ecosystem developed by Thu Do Multimedia, being recognised as one of the three IT High-tech products.
This distinction highlights the significance of innovation in the media sector, exemplified by Sigma OTT.
As many as 36 products from 25 businesses and organisations were honoured at the ceremony. In the information technology and high-tech sector, three products were recognised, including the Sigma OTT ecosystem from Thu Do Multimedia.
The initiative, launched by the Hanoi People’s Committee, aims to identify and promote high-quality products that enhance the competitiveness of local enterprises. These products receive support through partnerships and promotional activities both domestically and internationally, helping them expand globally. Recognised products benefit from promotional efforts throughout 2025, including increased visibility and prioritisation in trade promotion activities.
Hanoi plays a central role in industrial development, with industrial enterprises contributing around 35% of the city’s industrial production value and nearly 2 billion USD in exports. These companies also provide employment for about 80,000 people, underscoring their importance to the local economy.
Sigma OTT stands out for its innovative multimedia solutions, helping Vietnam’s digital transformation. Launched in 2018, it offers an alternative to expensive foreign technologies, with applications in broadcasting, online education, and telehealth. Its cost-effective solutions reduce dependency on international products, advancing Vietnam’s technological self-reliance.
Sigma OTT’s Sigma Multi-DRM is internationally recognised for digital content security, addressing significant concerns around copyright infringement and piracy. Audited by Cartesian in 2020, it places Thu Do Multimedia among Southeast Asia’s leaders. This recognition strengthens Sigma OTT’s position in global markets, including Thailand, the USA, and India, enhancing Vietnam’s presence in digital technology.
