The Agreement under the UNCLOS on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction (or High Seas Treaty), which took effect on January 17, opens up unprecedented opportunities for Vietnam to advance sustainable growth of its marine economy.

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has approved adjustments to the investment policy for the My Xuan International General Port project, which was previously the Vinalines Ship Repair Factory.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has highlighted the important role of the marine economy and national maritime space, saying it is a key priority.

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha chaired the first meeting of the National Steering Committee on the implementation of the Strategy for Sustainable Development of Vietnam's Marine Economy till 2030, with a vision to 2045.

President Vo Van Thuong urged Quang Ninh to become a dynamic and comprehensive centre, an international tourism and marine economy hub, and the gateway of the northern key economic region and the whole country, while attending a ceremony celebrating the 60th anniversary of the northeastern province on October 28.

VOV.VN - A special art program entitled “Strong and rich from the national sea” was held at Nha Trang military port in Khanh Hoa province on August 12 evening.

VOV.VN - Adopted in 2018 at the 8th Plenum of the 12th Party Central Committee, Resolution 36 on the “Strategy for Sustainable Development of Vietnam's Marine Economy to 2030, with a Vision to 2045" affirms the important role of marine economic development and identifies tasks to make Vietnam a strong and prosperous maritime country.

The People’s Committee of the Mekong Delta province of Ben Tre on February 22 held a seminar to promote its potential in trade, investment, cultural exchange, and education to localities and investors from other ASEAN countries.

Localities in the Mekong Delta region are working hard to increase their urban areas’ adaptability to climate change, and boost urban development to green and sustainable direction.

VOV.VN - Vietnam expects the European Union will help the country develop its marine economy, including aquaculture and fishing, as well as marine transport logistics.