Dien Bien focuses on economic development based on the province's strengths

Provincial Party Secretary Tran Quoc Cuong spoke at the meeting.

In the first quarter of 2024, the socio -economic development targets and tasks in the province achieved many positive results. Some outstanding targets, such as: GDP is estimated to increase by 6.07%; total retail sales of goods and service revenue in the market is estimated at 5,813.21 billion VND, up 15.63%; total revenue from tourism activities is estimated at 777 billion VND, up 1.48 times compared to the plan; the poverty rate according to the multidimensional poverty standard is 25.68%, down 4.67% compared to the same period last year... Preparations for holidays and events at the provincial and national levels are safe and thoughtful.

The Provincial People's Committee recommends that the Ministry of Planning and Investment promptly submit to the Prime Minister for approval of the investment policy for the 110KV Nam Po - Lai Chau Hydropower line or authorize the locality to approve the investment policy, to ensure energy security, exploit the hydropower potential of Nam Po and Muong Nhe districts according to the approved power plan VIII (currently there is only a 35KV line). Regarding the project of integrated water resource management to serve people's lives, adapt to climate change and develop the socio-economy of Tuan Giao district, which is expected to borrow AFD capital, the Minister is requested to pay attention and promptly submit the project proposal to the Prime Minister for approval in time for announcement on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu Victory.

Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung speaks at the meeting.

Recommend that the Ministry of Planning and Investment support the investment policy of the project to build an irrigation canal from Ang Cang Lake, Muong Ang District; at the same time, consider submitting to competent authorities for capital support to implement the project. Arrange funding for infrastructure investment in the A Pa Chai - Long Phu bilateral border gate area. Pay attention to, promptly appraise, and submit to competent authorities for approval the proposal for the project to build a people's bridge and manage local road assets (LRAMP-FO) in Dien Bien province. Pay attention to, coordinate with Koica representatives to guide the province in implementing procedures for the rural electricity supply project proposed to use Koica - Korea capital...

Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Le Thanh Do proposed a number of projects to the Ministry of Planning and Investment.

Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung suggested that Dien Bien province pay attention to improving the quality of people's lives, ensuring social security; focusing on economic development based on the province's strengths. Do a good job of preserving land, preserving people, ensuring national defense and security, especially in border areas. In the agricultural sector, promote existing strengths, consider introducing avocado trees into trial planting. Regarding tourism, promote cultural and tourism values. Regarding renewable energy, the province is requested to work with the Ministry of Industry and Trade to clarify the VIII power plan. Focus on accelerating the progress of capital allocation and disbursement of national target programs. Pay special attention to administrative reform and improving the investment environment. Regarding additional funding for the LED screen system to serve the 70th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu Victory, it is necessary to calculate and consider the long-term effectiveness. Regarding the recommendations of Dien Bien province, the Minister assigned the agencies and units of the Ministry to synthesize and submit to competent authorities for consideration and resolution.

Representatives of the Department of Local and Territorial Economy answered some recommendations of Dien Bien province.

Provincial Party Secretary Tran Quoc Cuong thanked the Ministry of Planning and Investment for its attention to Dien Bien province in all areas, contributing to promoting local socio-economic development. At the same time, he accepted the Minister's instructions on economic development tasks and improving people's lives. In the coming time, the province will continue to study options and maximize the effectiveness of works and projects that have received investment support from the Government and ministries in the province. Strengthen national defense and security. Improve the investment and business environment to attract investment resources to the area. Continue to focus on agricultural development, especially high-value agriculture. Focus on diversifying eco-tourism, resorts, and sports to make Dien Bien a center for tourism in the Northwest. Exploit the advantages of renewable energy; invest in infrastructure, aiming to ensure traffic connectivity.

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