Hanoi: Lawmakers discussed at the first extraordinary session of the 16th National Assembly on August 22 mechanisms and policies for sea-reclaimed urban development projects to be incorporated into the draft Law on Urban Development, with a focus on unlocking marine resources, expanding development space seaward, and creating new growth poles.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the session emphasized the significance of marine resources as a catalyst for economic expansion. The debate centered on integrating these resources into urban development strategies to drive growth. Lawmakers considered various policy frameworks that would facilitate the sustainable use of marine resources while promoting urban expansion into reclaimed sea areas.

The proposed policies are expected to enhance the country's capacity for urban development by utilizing the potential offered by marine resources. These discussions aim to establish new growth poles that could contribute to the overall economic progress. The session underscored the importance of policy innovation in realizing these objectives and addressing the challenges associated with the integration of marine resources into urban development.