Hoa Binh province is pursuing a modern urban area model that can still preserve the local cultural identity, said Director of the provincial Construction Department Nguyen Tuan Anh.
Hoa Binh is rich in ethnic cultural values and also endowed with
beautiful natural scenery. Included in the master plan of the Hanoi Capital
region, the province with a favourable geographical location and a
long-standing historical background, is gradually undergoing strong
transformation in the process of urbanisation and socio-economic development.
However, rapid development also poses significant challenges
regarding urban planning, cultural heritage conservation, and environmental
protection, Anh said, emphasising that to ensure sustainable development, the
province eyes an urban model that is modern and able to preserve the local
identity.
Hoa Binh city’s
downtown is oriented towards sustainable development linked to promoting
cultural identities of ethnic groups.
In recent years, Hoa Binh province has achieved notable successes in developing
urban infrastructure, transportation, and services. New urban areas,
eco-tourism zones, and industrial parks have gradually taken shape, helping
boost economic growth, improve the quality of life for residents, and attract
tourists.
However, several issues remain, for examples, urbanisation is
not yet comprehensive; some projects are not truly integrated with the overall
master plan; modern architecture sometimes overshadows the local traditional
identity; green spaces, parks, and eco-zones are still limited and do not
adequately meet the needs of urban residents.
Under the direction of the provincial Party Committee and the provincial
People's Committee, the Construction Department has consistently focused on
guiding local authorities, investors, and architects in the design and
construction investment process to work out solutions for sustainable urban
development linked to the local culture.
The provincial Architects' Association was asked to consider and address
several issues, including preserving and promoting traditional architectural
values; developing green and environmentally friendly urban areas; promoting
urban tourism connected with the local cultural identity; and applying
technology and building smart cities.
Sustainable urban development linked to the cultural identity not only helps
Hoa Binh uphold its traditional values but also creates a driving force for
economic growth, tourism, and living standard improvement.
To achieve this goal, close cooperation among government
agencies, businesses, architects, and the community is needed. It is believed
that in the coming time, with these open orientations, the Architects’
Association of Hoa Binh provincewill stay proactive in design practices
as well as in advice provision, helping Hoa Binh become an urban area with
harmonious combination of modernity and tradition.
Identifying the application of online public services as a key step in administrative procedure reform and e-government building, Kim Boi district has proactively provided services and supported residents and businesses in accessing and utilising full-process online public services promptly and efficiently. The locality aims to lift the rate of end-to-end online public services to over 90%, with all officials and civil servants handling tasks in the digital environment.
Nguyen Anh Tuyet, hailing from a family steeped in the ancient art of herbal medicine, is transforming local medicinal herbs into high-value concentrated extracts, elevating their worth and healing potential.
Nguyen Phi Long, an alternate member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Hoa Binh provincial Party Committee, and head of the steering committee for the province's key projects, chaired a conference on March 25 to discuss measures for implementing the project on constructing the Hoa Lac - Hoa Binh road and upgrading the Xuan Mai - Hoa Binh section of National Highway 6 under the public-private partnership (PPP) model.
Administrative reform has been identified as a key priority in enhancing state governance, improving the business environment, and facilitating services for citizens and enterprises.
The Standing Board of the Hoa Binh provincial Party Committee met on March 18 to review and guide major investment projects aimed at boosting local socio-economic development.
The air is thick with the hum of drills and the clatter of machinery as the Hoa Binh – Moc Chau expressway takes shape amid the rugged terrain. Welding sparks illuminate the faces of workers, and concrete mixers churn relentlessly, laying fresh pavement on the newly-carved road. The construction site buzzes with a palpable sense of urgency, particularly in Hoa Binh province where the expressway's future is being forged.
