On April 16, the Quang Ninh Department of Construction and the Northeast Maritime Institute (United States) held a ceremony to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on strategic cooperation for the development of Con Ong - Hon Net Port and the Quang Ninh maritime initiative. Quang Ninh’s Chairman Bui Van Khang attended the event.
The MoU is based on the principles of “equal, transparent, good-faith and mutually beneficial cooperation”. Key areas of collaboration include research and investment in maritime and port infrastructure, with a focus on Con Ong - Hon Net Port; maritime digital transformation; the development of environmental protection solutions; sustainable marine economic development; and international investment promotion.
The agreement aims to advance the development of the marine economy, enhance the quality and efficiency of port system operations, and promote investment to develop Con Ong - Hon Net Port into a green, internationally standardised port. The port is envisioned to adopt smart port models and integrate logistics, industrial, offshore support and maritime services.
The signing of the MoU between the Quang Ninh Department of Construction and the Northeast Maritime Institute (United States) marks the beginning of a new phase of development with a long-term and comprehensive vision. It is also seen as an important milestone contributing to the strengthening of economic cooperation between partners from the United States and Viet Nam in general, and Quang Ninh in particular.
By Manh Truong
