(HBO) – The province's industrial production index in January 2023 was estimated to increase 7.21% compared to December 2022 but decreased by 14.96% year-on-year.
Of which, the mining industry saw a decline of 49.92% compared
to December 2022 but picked up 9.89% over the same period last year; the
manufacturing and processing industry's index dropped 10.16% compared to
December 2022 but increased by 0.43% over the same period last year. The
electricity production and distribution industry surged by 45.67% compared to
December 2022 but plummeted by 27.55% on a yearly basis and the water supply
industry suffered from a 31.74% drop compared to December 2022 and a 5.49%
decrease over the same period last year.
The January industrial production index of the province
increased mainly in the field of electricity production.
Electricity production in January 2023 reached 531 million KWh,
up 172 million KWh, or 48.01% compared to the previous month.
Maximizing local potential and advantages, Yen Tri commune in Yen Thuy district is actively promoting the cultivation of medicinal herbs and turning medicinal herbs into One Commune - One Product (OCOP) products.
Situated at the gateway to the Northwest, Hoa Binh province has a population of over 900,000, including about 540,000 of working age. It is home to 6,000 businesses and production facilities, providing employment for over 100,000 workers. The remaining workforce is engaged in informal jobs, works in enterprises outside the province, or contributes to agro-forestry-fisheries. Additionally, around 3,000 workers are employed abroad.
The Hoa Binh provincial People's Committee has issued Decision No. 2767/QD-UBND announcing the rankings of departments, agencies, districts and Hoa Binh city in the Public Administration Reform Index (PAR) and the Satisfaction Index of Public Administration Services (SIPAS) in 2024.
The cultivation of Dam Xanh fish (Bangana lemassoni), a unique fish species, has seen remarkable growth in Mai Chau district, thanks to its high economic value and effectiveness. Initially concentrated in Van Mai commune, farming has now extended to four other communes, namely Mai Hich, Mai Ha, Chieng Chau, and Son Thuy. These areas benefit from pristine underground water flowing from mountain crevices, providing ideal conditions for raising this specialty fish.
In 2024, the total state budget revenue of Hoa Binh Province is estimated at approximately VND 6,930 billion, achieving 183% of the Government’s target, 126% of the target assigned by the Provincial People's Council, and 145% compared to the same period last year.
In 2024, Hoa Binh province has shown signs of improvement in attracting investment and developing enterprises.
