Can tho: Politburo member and National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man has expressed confidence in Can Tho’s role as the central hub and economic powerhouse of the Mekong Delta, befitting its status as a centrally-run city. Addressing the first municipal Party Congress for the 2025-2030 tenure on September 27, NA Chairman Man praised Can Tho city, now encompassing the former provinces of Hau Giang and Soc Trang, for its strides over the past term.
According to Vietnam News Agency, the NA Chairman highlighted the strategic importance of Can Tho in driving economic growth and development in the region. The city has been positioned as a central hub, fostering connectivity and progress in the Mekong Delta. The inclusion of former provinces Hau Giang and Soc Trang into Can Tho city underscores its expanding influence and capabilities.
The Party Congress was a platform for discussing the city’s future direction and strategies for the 2025-2030 tenure. NA Chairman Man’s remarks underscored the city’s achievements and its potential as a leading economic engine in the region.