Lam Dong: The mergence of the three south-central and Central Highlands provinces of Lam Dong, Binh Thuan, and Dak Nong creates a unique opportunity to comprehensively restructure the regional development model and redistribute population, infrastructure, and investment in line with a forward-looking strategy for rapid and sustainable growth in the new era, Party General Secretary To Lam has stressed. Speaking at a working session with the Standing Board of the Lam Dong provincial Party Committee and permanent members of the Party Committees of Binh Thuan and Dak Nong provinces, the Party chief affirmed the strategic significance of merging the three provinces to form a new, larger Lam Dong province. The move is aimed at enhancing governance efficiency, restructuring the development space for greater cohesion and sustainability, and optimising resources, he said.
According to Vietnam News Agency, the Party General Secretary highlighted the importance of crafting a master plan that aligns with the socio-economic goals of the region. The merger is expected to facilitate a more integrated approach to development, ensuring that the combined resources of the provinces are utilised effectively to promote growth and stability. By creating a more cohesive development strategy, the new Lam Dong province aims to attract investments, enhance infrastructure, and improve the overall quality of life for its residents.
The emphasis on a sustainable growth model reflects the broader objectives of the nation’s economic policies, which focus on long-term prosperity and resilience. The merger presents an opportunity to recalibrate the provincial strategies to better address the challenges and opportunities of the current economic landscape. The Party leader underscored the need for collaboration among the provincial authorities to ensure a smooth transition and to realise the full potential of the newly formed province.