Hoa Binh province is pursuing a modern urban area model that can still preserve the local cultural identity, said Director of the provincial Construction Department Nguyen Tuan Anh.
Hoa Binh is rich in ethnic cultural values and also endowed with
beautiful natural scenery. Included in the master plan of the Hanoi Capital
region, the province with a favourable geographical location and a
long-standing historical background, is gradually undergoing strong
transformation in the process of urbanisation and socio-economic development.
However, rapid development also poses significant challenges
regarding urban planning, cultural heritage conservation, and environmental
protection, Anh said, emphasising that to ensure sustainable development, the
province eyes an urban model that is modern and able to preserve the local
identity.
Hoa Binh city’s
downtown is oriented towards sustainable development linked to promoting
cultural identities of ethnic groups.
In recent years, Hoa Binh province has achieved notable successes in developing
urban infrastructure, transportation, and services. New urban areas,
eco-tourism zones, and industrial parks have gradually taken shape, helping
boost economic growth, improve the quality of life for residents, and attract
tourists.
However, several issues remain, for examples, urbanisation is
not yet comprehensive; some projects are not truly integrated with the overall
master plan; modern architecture sometimes overshadows the local traditional
identity; green spaces, parks, and eco-zones are still limited and do not
adequately meet the needs of urban residents.
Under the direction of the provincial Party Committee and the provincial
People's Committee, the Construction Department has consistently focused on
guiding local authorities, investors, and architects in the design and
construction investment process to work out solutions for sustainable urban
development linked to the local culture.
The provincial Architects' Association was asked to consider and address
several issues, including preserving and promoting traditional architectural
values; developing green and environmentally friendly urban areas; promoting
urban tourism connected with the local cultural identity; and applying
technology and building smart cities.
Sustainable urban development linked to the cultural identity not only helps
Hoa Binh uphold its traditional values but also creates a driving force for
economic growth, tourism, and living standard improvement.
To achieve this goal, close cooperation among government
agencies, businesses, architects, and the community is needed. It is believed
that in the coming time, with these open orientations, the Architects’
Association of Hoa Binh provincewill stay proactive in design practices
as well as in advice provision, helping Hoa Binh become an urban area with
harmonious combination of modernity and tradition.
On May 15, the Hoa Binh Steering Committee for Science, Technology, Innovation, and Digital Transformation launched the "Digital Literacy for All” movement. The event was held both in-person and virtually, connecting provincial authorities with district-level Party committees and local communities across communes, wards, and townships.
The People’s Committee of Hoa Binh province on May 16 held a conference to honour outstanding intellectuals for their contributions in 2025.
The Standing Board of the Hoa Binh provincial Party Committee has held a conference to announce the provincial Party Committee’s decision about the merger of Hoa Binh Newspaper and the provincial Radio and Television Station, along with the Standing Board’s appointment decisions.
After the historic victory on April 30, 1975, which liberated the South and reunified the country, the whole Vietnam embarked on a new mission — promoting peace and reconstructing the nation with century-defining projects. On the fierce Da River, over 30,000 engineers, sappers, and construction workers battled against rocky mountains and raging floods to achieve a remarkable feat. The Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant, the largest of its kind in Southeast Asia at that time, officially began generating electricity, lighting up the North and ushering in a new era of industrialisation.
Muong Dong in Kim Boi district, one of the four major Muong regions in Hoa Binh province, is harnessing its revolutionary legacy and cultural heritage to drive socio-economic transformation.
Throughout April, the joyful atmosphere of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification spread nationwide. Together with the whole country, residents in Hoa Binh city also expressed their patriotism through meaningful and practical actions.
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