Bac Ninh: Party General Secretary To Lam praised the northern province of Bac Ninh for its vision to achieve criteria for a tier-1 urban area this year and a centrally-run city by late 2026 at a working session with the provincial Party Committee on January 13.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the Party General Secretary highlighted the strategic importance of Bac Ninh’s development plans and commended the efforts of the provincial leadership in setting clear goals for urban classification. The ambitious timeline set by Bac Ninh reflects its commitment to transforming the region into a key urban center in northern Vietnam.

The working session involved discussions on the steps necessary to realize Bac Ninh’s urban development goals. The province’s leaders outlined their strategies for infrastructure development, economic growth, and sustainable urban planning. The Party General Secretary encouraged continued efforts to meet the criteria for tier-1 urban status, emphasizing the impact such progress would have on Bac Ninh’s socio-economic landscape.

As Bac Ninh moves forward with its plans, the focus remains on collaboration between local authorities and central government agencies to ensure the successful implementation of the development agenda. The province aims to leverage its strengths in industry, culture, and education to support its urbanization efforts, aligning with national objectives for regional development.