Along with innovations in investment promotion activities, the government’s support in promoting projects acts like a “magnet” attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) enterprises to Thua Thien Hue (now known as Hue City) (*).

Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long recently signed a decision approving the plan to implement the healthcare network development strategy for the 2021- 2030 period, prioritizing the development of six hospitals to meet international standards, including Hue Central Hospital (HCH). With a 130-year tradition, Hue Central Hospital is seizing numerous development opportunities. Hue Today Weekly had an interview with Prof. Dr. Pham Nhu Hiep, Director of HCH, who shared the following insights:

2024 is a significant year in the process of developing Thua Thien Hue into a centrally-governed municipality according to Resolution 54-NQ/TW of the Politburo. Therefore, Hue City is focusing its resources and directing the implementation of key development projects to expand urban space, aiming to create connectivity between the city's North and South districts.

On the afternoon of January 3rd, the Department of Tourism held a conference to review its activities in 2024 and outline tasks for the tourism sector in 2025. Attending the event was Mr. Ha Van Sieu, Deputy Director General of Vietnam National Administration of Tourism.

On November 28, the Provincial People's Committee organized the Meeting with foreign non-governmental organizations in Thua Thien Hue province in 2024. In attendance at the meeting were Ms. Trinh Thi Mai Phuong, Deputy Director of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Mr. Phan Quy Phuong, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee.

Recognized as a leading unit in Vietnam and a model for the preservation and restoration of historical relics, on the occasion of Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day November 23, Hoang Viet Trung, Director of Hue Monuments Conservation Center, shared fascinating insights with Thua Thien Hue Weekly about the journey to restore and enhance heritage values, contributing to making the Complex of Hue Monuments an attractive destination.

With a total registered capital of 248 million USD, accounting for 15% in quantity and 5.4% in foreign direct investment (FDI) capital of the whole province, Japanese enterprises are important partners in calling for FDI investment in Thua Thien Hue.

The weather in Thua Thien Hue has shifted to a new season. Following sporadic rain showers, persistent cold rain has settled in, which poses a challenge, directly affecting the progress of construction projects.

A tea tray, a smoking pipe, and a set of Chinese books donated by Emperor Ham Nghi’s descendants have been officially gifted to Hue and Quang Trị. These items were handed over by the Director of the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum to representatives of Hue Monuments Conservation Center and the People’s Committee of Cam Lo District, Quang Tri Province.

The Digital Transformation Week - Hue 2024, themed “Artificial Intelligence (AI) Accelerating Socio-Economic Development,” is expected to present solutions for digital transformation (DT) utilizing AI, contributing to the advancement of the digital society and digital economy. Mr. Nguyen Duong Anh, Deputy Director of the Department of Information and Communications, shared insights about this important initiative with Thua Thien Hue Weekly.