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.
Kim Boi district has been actively implementing Resolution No. 18-NQ/TW, issued by the 12th Party Central Committee in 2017, which aims to streamline the political system for greater efficiency without disrupting operations.
The national evaluation council on February 21 had a meeting to review the master planning for Luong Son urban area, Hoa Binh province until 2045.
Following the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, construction on major transport infrastructure projects across Hoa Binh province has resumed at full speed, with investors and contractors mobilising resources and working tirelessly to meet deadlines and complete critical milestones.
Nguyen Thi Thanh, member of the Party Central Committee and Vice Chairwoman of the National Assembly, alongside leaders of several ministries and sectors attended the launching of Xuan Son cement products held by Xuan Khiem Group in Ngoc Luong commune of Hoa Binh’s Yen Thuy district on February 21.
Mong Hoa commune of Hoa Binh city is working to meet criteria for a tier-2 urban area in line with the municipal Party Committee’s Resolution No. 04-NQ/TH.U issued on April 20, 2021, according to Chairman of the commune’s People's Committee Nguyen Xuan Phuc, who stressed that the locality is leveraging available resources to boost infrastructure to complete the criteria.
The northwestern province of Hoa Binh has been initiating many practical activities to preserve, protect and turn cultural values of the Muong ethnic group into resources to serve the province’s socio-economic development.
