Prime Minister presses Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu to develop Côn Đảo into an internationally renowned vacation spot
Spiffing Up Con Dao: PM Chinh's Vision for a World-Class Tourist Haven
Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu's Con Dao island district is poised for an extraordinary transformation, as per Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính's grand vision. Here's a rundown of the key measures outlined in his May 3, 2025, directive.
Transforming Con Dao into a Magnetic Destination- Bold Infrastructure Developments: Give Con Dao a facelift by upgrading its international airport via public-private partnerships (PPP) to boost connectivity[1][2].- Integrated Town Planning: Ensure that healthcare, education, cultural, and social infrastructure develop in harmony, leaving no stone unturned[1][3].
Prioritizing Utilities and Connectivity- Power and Clean Water: Invest heavily in reliable energy grids and clean water supply systems to provide a comfortable living standard[1].- Waste Management: Modernize waste facilities to minimize environmental impact while preserving sustainability[1].- Digital Services: Construct a one-stop digital public service center, simplifying administrative processes for a smoother experience[1][3].
Embracing Environmental and Cultural Enhancements- Greening Cemeteries: Revitalize well-known historical sites like Hang Duong into eco-friendly memorial parks, preserving their cultural significance[1][3].- Eco-Centric Tourism: Foster eco-tourism and spiritual tourism centered around Con Dao's revolutionary heritage, blending the past with the present[1][5].
An overview of the working session. -VNA/VNS Photo
Instilling Administrative and Economic Reforms- Tailored Regulations: Finalize custom-made regulatory frameworks that propel Con Dao's growth, potentially including tax policy amendments for investment incentives[2][3].- Attracting Investment: Implement policies that encourage high-quality human resources and businesses to align economic growth with national defense[1][5].- Special Mechanisms: Introduce special economic zones to unlock Con Dao's development potential[3].
These changes aim to transform Con Dao into a "tourist paradise" with modern amenities, aesthetically preserved historical landmarks, and a thriving maritime economy[5]. Sticking to a people- and business-centric approach, the government encourages decentralization, efficiency, and sustainable progress while respecting its cultural heritage[3].
- The government aims to highlight the cultural significance of Con Dao by transforming historical sites like Hang Duong into eco-friendly memorial parks, nurturing a blend of the past and present for eco-tourism and spiritual tourism.
- To boost the connectivity of Con Dao, the prime minister's vision involves upgrading the island's international airport through public-private partnerships, essentially giving the island a much-needed facelift.
- The government is working towards integrating healthcare, education, cultural, and social infrastructure on Con Dao, ensuring that development occurs harmoniously and leaves no aspect overlooked.
- To provide a comfortable living standard, Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính's directive emphasizes the need for heavy investments in reliable energy grids and clean water supply systems in Con Dao.
- In terms of environmental impact and sustainability, the modernization of waste facilities is crucial, according to the government's plan for Con Dao's transformation.
- The one-stop digital public service center that the government is constructing is meant to simplify administrative processes, making it easier for businesses and high-quality human resources to align economic growth with national defense.
- By implementing special economic zones, the government hopes to unlock Con Dao's development potential, creating a tourist paradise with modern amenities and a thriving maritime economy, all while respecting its cultural heritage and following a people- and business-centric approach.
