(HBO) - In the first quarter of 2023, the province’s import and export turnover achieved the positive results. Accordingly, the export value was estimated at over $361.6 million, increasing 7.34% compared to that of the same period last year, equaling 21.34% of the year plan. In which, the group of electronic goods reached 195.6 million USD, increasng 3.76% compared to that of the same period last year; the group of textile and garment goods reached 114 million USD, increasing 11.77% compared to that of the same period last year.
The employees of Sankoh Vietnam Co., Ltd (Industrial Park on the Left Bank of Da River - Hoa Binh City) are making electronic components for export.
Also in the first quarter, the import value in the whole province was estimated at 283.3 million USD, increasing 8.5% compared to that of over the same period last year, equaling 25.82% of the year plan.
In the coming time, the Provincial People's Committee has directed to promote the investment attraction, focusing on removing the difficulties to strengthen the production and business activities of the enterprises in the industrial zones and clusters, especially the key enterprises in the field of export including garment, electronic components production... At the same time, it is necessary to encourage the enterprises to promote the application and diversification of e-commerce business methods, online purchase and sale; participating in domestic and foreign e-commerce exchanges to introduce and promote products, find partners, maintain and expand the market for the products in the locality.
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.
