Ha Long City Pioneers Green, Digital, and Heritage Economy Development

3/28/2025 1:49:31 PM

Ha Long City, December 27, 2024 – A scientific seminar organized by the Vietnam Institutes of Economics, the Quang Ninh Provincial People’s Committee convened in Ha Long City to discuss strategies for advancing the green economy, digital economy, and heritage economy. The event brought together leading experts, scientists, and policymakers to deliberate on sustainable economic transformation, with a particular focus on Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Economic Transition: A National and Global Priority
Speakers highlighted that adopting green, digital, and heritage-based economic models aligns with global trends and national priorities for sustainable growth. Ha Long Bay was identified as a key resource for driving eco-friendly tourism and supporting the region’s economic shift.

Achievements in Sustainable Development
Ha Long City’s efforts to boost tourism have yielded impressive results. Visitor numbers have soared to millions annually, making tourism the cornerstone of the local economy. The city has focused on eco-tourism initiatives, cultural festivals, and heritage conservation, ensuring both economic benefits and environmental sustainability.

Strategic Recommendations
The seminar emphasized actionable strategies, including:

• Investing in renewable energy to cut emissions and promote green growth.
• Enhancing digital infrastructure to support the heritage economy.
• Aligning cultural and economic policies with sustainable heritage conservation.

Guiding Ha Long’s Future
The discussions provided theoretical and practical insights to aid Ha Long City in developing strategic policies for the future. These policies aim to protect and enhance the value of Ha Long Bay while ensuring sustainable economic and cultural development.

This seminar, hosted by the Vietnam Institutes of Economics in collaboration with , the Quang Ninh Provincial People’s Committee, underscores Ha Long’s commitment to becoming a global model of green and heritage-based economic progress.