The transportation routes are well-developed, connecting urban infrastructure.

Rising from a new infrastructure landscape.

At the Thuận An sea bridge construction site, the salty scent of the sea lingers. This is not just a transportation project, but is likened to a "new lifeline," representing the aspiration to open up development space to the east, connecting infrastructure with many opportunities. Not only the Thuận An sea bridge, but many projects have been, are being, and will be implemented, like slices of time; when pieced together, they show a city awakening itself.

Terminal T2 of Phu Bai International Airport, operational since the end of 2023, has welcomed its first groups of tourists from South Korea, Thailand, Japan, and other countries, who can travel directly to Hue without having to detour through Da Nang . Expressways, bridges over the Perfume River, and ring roads are strategic infrastructure axes that have been invested in comprehensively. This demonstrates Hue's commitment to developing its transportation system as a cornerstone of its development.

According to Vice Chairman of Hue City People's Committee Hoang Hai Minh, the city is prioritizing the acceleration of economic and technical infrastructure projects, especially urban and transportation infrastructure with connectivity and spillover effects. Mr. Minh stated that a series of key projects are being implemented simultaneously, not only expanding urban space but also connecting development areas, creating momentum to boost local socio-economic development.

Awakening the low-lying areas with creative industries.

South of Hue City, under the early summer sun, the Kim Long Automobile Assembly Industrial Park (Phu Loc district) emerges as a vibrant beacon. What was once just vast sandy fields interspersed with a few scattered houses has now become a collection of square factory buildings, rhythmic cranes, the bustling sounds of machinery, and the image of busy workers.

The Kim Long Automobile Assembly Industrial Park is more than just factories and machinery. It is also a symbol of a determination for change, a land that awakens the long-hidden potential of a region considered industrially backward. The model of producing electric motorcycles – green and environmentally friendly – ​​is the first step in helping Hue move into the modern industrial value chain, contributing to serving both the domestic and export markets.

Not far away, the Gilimex Industrial Park (Huong Thuy Town) is under development, gradually taking shape as an international-standard ecological industrial park. Here, the combination of technology and environmental protection is clearly demonstrated. The renewable energy system operates in parallel with a closed-loop wastewater treatment process, ensuring a healthy living environment for the surrounding residents.

Industry in Hue is not as noisy or chaotic as in many other places. It arrives gently, yet steadily, like the rhythmic breathing that breathes life into the city. These planned, strategic steps are gradually changing the face of the ancient capital. From a place primarily known for its heritage and memories, Hue is becoming a destination for creative industries, green technology, and sustainable development.

Mr. Le Van Tue, Head of the Management Board of Economic and Industrial Zones of the city, informed: The city focuses on unlocking new growth resources, accelerating the implementation of projects, and putting them into operation to create new production capacity; concentrating on developing key industries such as: automobile manufacturing, auto parts, mechanical engineering, toy manufacturing, etc.

Simultaneously, the city is maximizing the development of its port infrastructure, industrial parks, free trade zones, and high-end resort tourism. In particular, the city is actively attracting large-scale projects with significant spillover effects, such as green steel production projects, gas storage facilities at NLY port, semiconductor and machinery manufacturing projects, and high-end urban and tourism areas in the Lang Co entertainment complex.

Identity in the rhythm of urban life

Today, Hue is not just a city of bustling infrastructure projects or industrial zones; it is quietly undergoing a different transformation – a journey to rediscover and preserve its heritage amidst the relentless flow of modernity. Hue wants to be more than just a city of the past, nor a rapidly developing metropolis that "springs up like mushrooms," but a city with a soul, a unique identity, where modernity and tradition are subtly blended.

This is clearly demonstrated in the An Van Duong New Urban Area, which was once a series of fields on the outskirts of the city. Today, it boasts modern buildings, wide roads, and a comprehensive system of amenities. However, unlike other urban areas that simply flatten everything for construction, An Van Duong retains its refreshing green spaces, with roads offering unobstructed views of the winding Perfume River and the majestic Ngu Mountain, creating a strong connection between the new urban area and nature and its historical heritage.

“The new urban development projects, cultural squares, public works, and commercial centers in An Van Duong are invested according to current standards, contributing to a comfortable and convenient living environment for residents. This area is a crossroads of economic, commercial, and residential functions, supporting the sustainable development goals of the entire region. The An Van Duong new urban area is gradually becoming a dynamic socio-economic center, in line with the city's sustainable development orientation,” said Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee Hoang Hai Minh.

Mr. Minh shared that An Van Duong is not only a part of the overall urban landscape of Hue but also plays an important role in expanding urban space, promoting trade, and connecting the regional economy. This is a solid foundation for Hue's socio-economic development.

Deep within Hue's cultural and tourism life lies a city that skillfully restores and revives traditional values. The Hue Four Seasons Festival is not just a tourist event, but a cultural celebration imbued with the soul of the ancient capital, from dances and songs to folk games that are recreated. The bustling night streets, illuminated by lights and filled with artistic sounds, are where locals and tourists alike enjoy traditional beauty infused with new life. On the vast Perfume River, Hue's melodies resonate, like a gentle narrative of history brought into contemporary life. The graceful traditional ao dai dresses worn at performances are not just attire, but symbols of the charm and elegance of the people of Hue.

Hue may be moving slowly, but Hue is not moving at the old pace. Today's major projects are the first steps for the city to break free from the confines of nostalgia and shine brightly on the new development map.

Le Tho

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