Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on January 7 signed Decision No. 48/QD-TTg recognising Hoa Binh city as a Tier-2 urban area in Hoa Binh province.
Hoa Binh city today.
Hoa Binh city encompasses its entire current administrative
area, covering 348.65 sq.km. The inner-city area is set to comprise the 12
existing wards and Mong Hoa commune, expected to be upgraded to a ward, with a
total area of 169.87 sq.km. The suburban area will consist of six existing
communes covering 178.78 sq.km. in total.
Chairman of the Hoa Binh city People's Committee Pham Anh
Quy attributed this achievement to the dedicated leadership and guidance by the
provincial Party Committee, People’s Council, People’s Committee, and various
ministries, central agencies, local departments and sectors, as well as the
concerted efforts and strong determination of the Party Committee,
administration, and people of Hoa Binh city.
A ceremony is scheduled to take place in March 2025 to
officially announce Hoa Binh city as a Tier-2 urban area.
Recognising digital transformation as an inevitable trend, authorities and agencies in Hoa Binh have made great efforts in the work by focusing on three core pillars - digital government, digital society, and digital economy, resulting in enhanced competitiveness, improved investment climate, and ensured economic and social welfare.
In recent years, Da Bac district has improved administrative reform with a one-stop shop mechanism, streamlined inter-agency procedures, and a shift to digital platforms. These efforts have enhanced public service efficiency and contributed to local socio-economic development.
The Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (HCYU) Committee and the Vietnam Youth Federation (VYF) chapter in Hoa Binh province launched the Youth Month 2025 at a ceremony held in Phu Thanh commune, Lac Thuy district, on March 2.
Hoa Binh City is mobilising resources to invest in transport infrastructure, enhance urban landscapes, and develop green spaces and environmental planning, aiming to build a modern, civilised city with a distinct identity. Efforts are being made to improve urban planning and management.
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.
The Standing Board of the Hoa Binh Women's Union issued Document No. 1990 on February 6, 2025, outlining activities for "Ao Dai Week" 2025, an annual initiative launched by the Presidium of the Vietnam Women's Union.
