Bac Ninh’s economy continued to post positive results in the first nine months of 2026, with gross regional domestic product (GRDP) estimated to grow 11.8% year-on-year, ranking fourth among Vietnam’s 34 provinces and cities. Industrial production rose 20.2%.

An overview of the meeting.

State budget revenue exceeded 70 trillion VND (2.7 billion USD), equivalent to 97.4% of the annual target and up 23.5% from a year earlier.

Investment attraction also gained momentum, with total investment commitments exceeding 22 billion USD, including 4.1 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI), the third-highest level nationwide.

Chairman of the Bac Ninh municipal People's Committee Pham Hoang Son outlines challenges arising from local conditions.

Public investment disbursement surpassed 15.6 trillion VND, reaching 97.6% of the target assigned by the Prime Minister and ranking first nationwide.

These results provide an important foundation for Bac Ninh to sustain growth. However, to achieve full-year GRDP growth of at least 12.5%, the city needs to expand by about 14.57% in the fourth quarter. It is mobilising all available resources to meet that target.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang delivers concluding remarks at the meeting.

At the meeting, Chairman of the city People's Committee Pham Hoang Son asked the Ministry of Finance to support local authorities in researching and developing a proposal to establish a special economic zone.

In his concluding remarks, Deputy PM Thang commended the city’s achievements, particularly its success in attracting investment and maintaining double-digit growth.

He urged Bac Ninh to make the most of its potential and competitive advantages, intensify efforts in the fourth quarter and lay the groundwork for its next phase of development.

The Deputy PM also called on the city to develop targeted support policies that reflect local conditions, are easy to implement and deliver measurable results.

The investment and business environment should be further improved to make it more transparent and business-friendly, better meeting companies’ needs.

Secrectary of the Bac Ninh Party Committee Nguyen Hong Thai addresses the event.

Regarding proposals raised by local authorities, ministries and government agencies were asked to review and resolve outstanding issues, strengthen coordination with the city and remove obstacles to ensure development resources are used effectively.

In response to the Deputy PM’s direction, Secrectary of the Bac Ninh Party Committee Nguyen Hong Thai thanked the Deputy PM and representatives of ministries and central agencies for their practical contributions to the city’s development.

Bac Ninh will fully incorporate the guidance and recommendations, he said, adding that the positive economic and social results recorded in the first nine months would serve as motivation to intensify efforts and meet the targets assigned by the PM, particularly the economic growth goal.

Bac Ninh customs facilitates clearance to boost exports

Pham Chi Thanh, head of Customs Sub-Department Region V, said the unit is focusing resources on developing a digital customs model and streamlining professional procedures to shorten clearance times and reduce costs for businesses while maintaining effective state management.

Two Bac Ninh farmers honoured for achievements during 40 years of Doi Moi

BAC NINH - Two farmers from Bac Ninh have been honoured among 96 outstanding individuals nationwide at the 2026 “Outstanding Vietnamese Farmers in 40 Years of Doi Moi” awards ceremony.

Bac Ninh promotes cashless transactions in digital environment

With the digital economy accounting for a leading share of gross regional domestic product (GRDP) nationwide, the northern city of Bac Ninh is accelerating cashless payments in public services, online shopping and the marketing of products on digital platforms.

Bac Ninh strengthens links to help local firms join global supply chains

BAC NINH - Vietnamese businesses need to strengthen their internal capabilities to participate more deeply in global supply chains, but this alone is not enough. Experience in Bac Ninh shows that partnerships with foreign-invested corporations, support from government agencies and closer links with training institutions are creating opportunities for domestic firms to upgrade technology, develop smart factories and improve their positions in manufacturing and supply networks.

Bac Ninh steps up support for private businesses to drive growth

Bac Ninh recorded 30,925 newly established enterprises during 2021-2025. As of June 30, 2026, it had 54,093 registered enterprises, about 95% of which were small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Bac Ninh youth leader receives Nguyen Chi Thanh Award

BAC NINH - Tran Kim Anh, Secretary of the Tien Phong Ward Youth Union and Chairwoman of the ward's Vietnam Youth Federation, has received the 2026 Nguyen Chi Thanh Award in recognition of her contributions to youth work and community development.