The Provincial Industrial Parks Management Board is implementing the task of attracting investment.

Amidst the competition among localities to improve the investment environment, Son La province has identified the development of industrial parks as a key driving force for socio-economic development. The Provincial Industrial Park Management Board has been implementing many comprehensive solutions, simultaneously building infrastructure and improving the quality of investment attraction.

According to the planning for the period 2021-2030, with a vision to 2050, the province aims to establish 5 industrial parks with a total area of ​​approximately 1,000 hectares. Currently, the key areas are Mai Son Industrial Park (150 hectares) and Van Ho Industrial Park (216.6 hectares). After 2030, Mai Son will expand to 312 hectares, while additional industrial parks will be developed in Long Sap, Yen Chau, and Chieng Khuong.

Mr. Nguyen Duc Dung, Head of the Management Board of Industrial Parks in Son La province, said that in 2025, the Board will focus on reforming administrative procedures, ensuring transparency in planning information, and organizing dialogues with businesses to resolve difficulties. At the same time, it will promote and prioritize high-tech, environmentally friendly projects with export potential and significant budget contributions.

To facilitate investors, 100% of procedures at industrial parks are currently conducted online, with 97.6% achieving full completion. A rigorous quality management system is maintained, and applications are processed ahead of schedule. The list and procedures are publicly available and updated promptly on the electronic portal, making them easily accessible to businesses.

The Provincial Industrial Parks Management Board visited the Dream Plastic Company's factory in Ninh Binh.

Simultaneously, investment promotion efforts have been strongly implemented. The Management Board has organized numerous working groups in An Giang, Dong Thap, and Ninh Binh to promote potential and connect with partners. In particular, last August, the Ninh Binh promotion delegation worked with Dream Plastic Co., Ltd. and Mavin Food Joint Venture Co., Ltd., introducing the advantages of young workforce, infrastructure, and investment attraction policies.

Mr. Jang Kyuong Ho, Deputy General Director of Dream Plastic Company, highly appreciated the province's support. He shared that during the survey process, the company received timely assistance from the Management Board, facilitating project preparation. It is expected that, after approval, the company will invest over 180 billion VND to build a factory for manufacturing and processing children's toys and plastic products in Mai Son Industrial Park. The factory is expected to begin operations in March 2026, creating jobs for approximately 1,200 workers, with estimated revenue of 2 million USD per month.

To date, Mai Son Industrial Park (Phase I) has attracted 9 projects with a total registered capital of approximately VND 1,453.7 billion, utilizing 30.44 hectares of land, achieving an occupancy rate of about 66%. The projects focus on processing and supporting industries, aligning with the province's industrial development orientation.

With a long-term vision, Son La not only aims for industrial growth but also focuses on sustainability. Priority projects include deep processing, application of modern technology, energy saving, and environmental friendliness. This is considered a strategic step to increase production value, create stable jobs, contribute positively to the budget, and promote green economic development.