Phu Quoc pearl island has been and is being invested in very modernly and on a large scale.
Many large scale projects
Organizing the APEC 2027 conference is an important event, both fulfilling political tasks and contributing to promoting the image and developing An Giang and Phu Quoc Island. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said that from now until 2027, there are only more than 2 years left, so it is necessary to be very urgent and make great efforts in preparation work. The Prime Minister assigned Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung to directly direct the settlement of work related to facilities, infrastructure, and logistics serving the conference; Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son to directly direct the work related to the content and program of the conference; Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha to directly direct and handle work related to land, forests, etc.
In mid-May 2025, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung signed a decision assigning the task of preparing conditions and implementing a number of measures to quickly deploy projects serving the APEC 2027 conference. Specifically, the Deputy Prime Minister assigned the Provincial People's Committee to coordinate with relevant ministries and agencies in preparing infrastructure conditions to successfully organize the conference, in conjunction with the sustainable development of the locality and the country. This is a foreign affairs activity and a national political task. In addition, the Deputy Prime Minister also approved the policy of adjusting the provincial planning for the 2021-2030 period, with a vision to 2050, in accordance with the simplified procedures and order, in accordance with the provisions of the law on planning and other relevant laws. Approval of the application of regulations on granting licenses for mining minerals for common construction materials (sea sand mines in Phu Quoc) to provide construction materials for embankment construction projects and site leveling for construction works in Phu Quoc.
The central budget supports 70% for public investment projects, the local budget balances 30% (but not less than the capital to carry out site clearance for projects); for APEC Avenue, the central budget supports 50%, the local budget and investors 50%. The Provincial People's Committee is responsible for reviewing, selecting, and deciding on projects to implement to serve the organization of the APEC 2027 conference in conjunction with the sustainable development of the locality and the country; has a plan to effectively exploit and use the projects long-term after the conference.
Phu Quoc pearl island is an attractive destination for domestic and international tourists.
The implementation of projects must ensure progress, quality, efficiency, preserve the landscape, protect the natural ecological environment and not affect national defense and security tasks. Absolutely do not allow negativity, corruption, loss, waste, or group interests. At the same time, review the area, specific types of forest land and the actual need to change the purpose of forest use to implement projects directly serving the APEC 2027 conference, report to competent authorities for consideration and decision according to the provisions of law. Actively coordinate with the Ministry of Finance and relevant ministries and agencies to develop a plan to transfer assets and invest in expanding Phu Quoc International Airport to ensure progress in serving the conference...
An Giang Provincial People's Committee said that it has developed a plan to quickly deploy 21 projects to serve the APEC 2027 conference, with a total capital of about 137,138 billion VND. Accordingly, there are 10 public investment projects; 11 investment projects under the public-private partnership (PPP) and business investment methods. Projects with large investment capital include Cua Can reservoir with a capacity of 7.5 million m3, capital of more than 1,026 billion VND; Duong Dong 2 reservoir with a capacity of 7.5 million m3, capital of 2,950 billion VND; Conference center and functional works with an area of 57 hectares, capital of 1,400 billion VND; Construction of provincial road DT.975 (section from DT.973 - Phu Quoc Airport - DT975 - DT.973) about 20km long, 60m wide, capital of 2,500 billion VND. Especially the urban railway project of more than 20.2km long from Phu Quoc Airport to the Convention Center, with an investment capital of more than 9,000 billion VND...
Speed up projects
Mr. Nguyen Thanh Nhan, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the People's Council of An Giang province, said that the province has reviewed and selected component projects with funding from the central and local budgets, calling for investment outside the budget. In addition, the province proposed to add projects on undergrounding the power system and enhancing digital transformation and digitization to serve APEC 2027. At the same time, the province is closely coordinating with the Ministry of Finance in developing a draft on investment in expanding Phu Quoc International Airport. All are being implemented very urgently and in accordance with regulations.
Also according to Mr. Nguyen Thanh Nhan, on March 14, the Provincial People's Committee held a launching ceremony to prepare for the APEC 2027 Summit Week. Specifically, with the common goal of implementing the national political task, the Provincial People's Committee called for the consensus and response of all levels, sectors, localities, the business community and all people in Phu Quoc, together with determination, drastic action, and the highest responsibility for the success of the APEC Summit Week event.
Accordingly, An Giang will urgently invest in transport infrastructure such as Phu Quoc airport, An Thoi international port, APEC multi-functional complex (57ha sea reclamation project) to serve the conference. The upgrading and expansion of Phu Quoc international airport to level 4E, including the construction of a new 3.3km long runway No. 2, a new T2 terminal, an international terminal with a capacity of up to 20 million passengers and a VIP terminal, an apron with a capacity of up to 70 seats, an aircraft hangar, aircraft maintenance and repair area, a cargo warehouse... covering an area of over 1,000ha.
Many tourists enjoy coming to Phu Quoc - a resort paradise.
For Rach Gia Airport, upgrade and expand to a scale of about 200 hectares to receive large aircraft. An Thoi International Seaport is upgraded to a scale of 100 hectares to welcome the world's largest cruise ships carrying 7,000-10,000 passengers; upgrade the Duong Dong - Bac Dao axis routes and the East - West Phu Quoc Island boulevard project connecting the new administrative area of Phu Quoc with Ham Ninh port. Quickly deploy the APEC multi-functional complex with an area of 57 hectares reclaimed from the sea, with a capacity of nearly 15,000 people, including works such as a conference and exhibition center, multi-purpose auditorium, international press center, APEC square, a high-rise complex including hotels, casinos, duty-free shopping malls and multi-purpose cultural and artistic palaces...
According to Mr. Dang Minh Truong, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sun Group Corporation, “The APEC 2027 event creates momentum to turn Phu Quoc into a leading tourism and economic center in the region and the world. Sun Group Corporation is committed to working with the Government and local authorities to mobilize all resources to quickly implement the above-mentioned large-scale projects and coordinate well in organizing and welcoming international guests, ensuring thoughtful and impressive service for guests…”.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha emphasized that the APEC 2027 conference is a very special foreign political event that Vietnam will host and organize on Phu Quoc Island in 2027. There are more than 2 years left until APEC 2027, so the Government hopes that the leaders of central ministries, branches, An Giang province, etc. will make the greatest efforts and prepare all plans to successfully organize the conference. The Government requested the province to assign tasks to each member, to implement, check and review progress, promptly remove difficulties and obstacles; and carry out site clearance well to accelerate investment and implementation of infrastructure and projects serving the conference.
In 2024, Phu Quoc Island will welcome 6 million visitors (962,400 international visitors, up 73% over the same period, exceeding the annual plan by 44%), with total revenue reaching VND 21,170 billion (up 43% over the same period, exceeding the annual plan by 24%). It can be said that Phu Quoc pearl island has played a key role in the province's tourism development over the past years and in the future.
Article and photos: PHUOC BINH
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