At the meeting, Thinh briefed his guest on the province's notable achievements in socio-economic development. Bac Giang holds a strategic position within the Capital Region, with convenient connections to Hanoi, Hai Phong, Quang Ninh of Vietnam, and China through highways, railways, and waterways.

At the reception.

The province boasts a large land area, abundant human resources, and attractive investment policies, positioning it as one of the leading industrial development hubs in the region.

In recent years, Bac Giang has maintained the top position for economic growth in the country, with a growth rate of 13.85% in 2024. The province aims for an annual economic expansion of nearly 14% this year and 15% for the 2026-2030 period.

Thinh noted that foreign direct investment in the province has surpassed $12 billion, with Chinese enterprises making up the largest share. To further attract FDI in the coming period, Bac Giang is focusing on developing its infrastructure, particularly in transportation and urban areas.

Wo Jing, CEO of Pacific Construction Group, presents a painting to the Bac Giang provincial People's Committee.

The province hopes that Pacific Construction Group will provide advice for Bac Giang on the development of an urban railway network to connect with the Hanoi urban railway system and other important rail, road, air, and water routes, he said.

Additionally, the province seeks the group's support in planning and developing modern eco-friendly urban areas to drive sustainable development, as well as in improving the transportation infrastructure system, thus attracting investment and boosting economic growth, he added.

For her part, Wu congratulated the province on its remarkable socio-economic development achievements, particularly its economic growth.

Pacific Construction Group ranks among the top 500 largest companies globally. The group established its representative office in Vietnam in April 2019 and founded Pacific Construction Vietnam LLC in September 2019, with a charter capital of 500 million USD.

Vice Chairman Pham Van Thinh presents a gift from the Bac Giang provincial People's Committee to Wo Jing, CEO of Pacific Construction Group.

The group and the Hanoi People's Committee have signed a cooperation agreement to invest in infrastructure, including the construction of the Tu Lien Bridge and the road from Tu Lien Bridge to the Hanoi - Thai Nguyen Expressway, with construction expected to begin in May this year. The next project will be the construction of Hanoi’s urban rail line No. 5, from Van Cao to Hoa Lac.

In response to the proposals from Bac Giang, Wu stated that her group would support the province in completing its transportation infrastructure system. The group looks forward to long-term cooperation with the province to implement many transportation and urban projects in the near future.

Bac Giang speeds up construction progress and public investment disbursement

BAC GIANG - Timely disbursement of public investment to build construction works contributes to bolstering socio-economic development of the locality. Thus, the northern province of Bac Giang has directed departments, agencies and localities to implement synchronous measures to reach the public investment disbursement plans and targets. 

Bac Giang promotes green transition

BAC GIANG - At the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 26) held in late 2021 in the UK, Vietnam committed to implementing measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. To achieve this goal, in recent years, Bac Giang has been promoting digital transformation and green transition, gradually greening its economy.

Bac Giang well prepares conditions for production and consumption of lychee and key agricultural products

BAC GIANG - The Chairman of the Bac Giang Provincial People's Committee (PPC) has just issued an Official Dispatch on well preparing conditions to serve production and promote consumption of lychee and other key agricultural products of Bac Giang province in 2025.

Vietnam aims for 454 billion USD export revenue amidst global headwinds

Vietnam exported 65.2 billion USD worth of products in January-February, a 9.9% increase compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, imports totaled 62.9 billion USD, rising 16%, resulting in a trade surplus of 235 million USD.

Flexible recruitment to address labour shortages

To meet production and business demands, numerous enterprises in Da Nang are actively recruiting workers. With labour demand exceeding supply, the Da Nang Employment Service Centre and businesses have adopted flexible recruitment strategies and enhanced welfare policies to attract workers.

Forum connects trade and tourism among Japan, Thailand and Vietnam

On the morning of March 15, in Udon Thani (Thailand), the consulate general of Vietnam in Fukuoka, Japan, in coordination with the consulate general of Vietnam in Khon Kaen, Thailand, organised a forum on connecting trade and tourism among Japan, Thailand and Vietnam.