Phu quoc: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stated that hosting APEC 2027 is a significant honour for Vietnam and the Phu Quoc special zone, emphasizing that investment in strategic infrastructure will be crucial for the event's success. This investment is expected to act as a powerful driver of development across the nation, including An Giang province and Phu Quoc, enhancing the country's capacity, stature, and international standing. The Prime Minister made these remarks on January 28 while inspecting key works and projects intended for APEC 2027 in the Phu Quoc special zone, located in southern An Giang province.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the Prime Minister's visit to Phu Quoc was aimed at ensuring that the preparations for the APEC 2027 meet the required standards and timelines. He reiterated the importance of high-quality implementation of projects and urged relevant authorities to expedite their efforts. The government's focus is on leveraging the APEC 2027 opportunity to boost economic growth and infrastructure development, which will benefit not just the local region but the entire country.