Determined to regain growth momentum for Ca Mau

"We must face the reality squarely, clearly identify the subjective causes leading to the province's low growth rate in order to propose effective solutions. If by the end of the second quarter we still haven't created a breakthrough or significant contribution to overall growth, we will review and evaluate the capacity of officials, especially the responsibility of the leaders."

• Ca Mau aims to become a major maritime economic growth hub in the South.
• Upholding a sense of responsibility and acting for the goal of growth.
• Unlocking capital flows and boosting economic growth.

This was emphasized by Comrade Nguyen Ho Hai, Member of the Central Committee of the Party, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, and Head of the National Assembly Delegation of Ca Mau province, at the working session between the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee and the Department of Industry and Trade on the morning of May 29th.

Comrade Nguyen Ho Hai emphasized that each official and unit needs to look directly at the existing shortcomings and limitations in the face of the province's development situation in order to enhance a sense of responsibility and strive with determination, aspiration, and dedication in performing tasks, contributing to Ca Mau's breakthrough progress .

Provincial Party Secretary Nguyen Ho Hai stated that officials need to have ambition and aspirations in carrying out their duties and areas of responsibility, thereby providing strategic advice and creating breakthroughs for local development.

“The potential is great, the room for growth is vast, and the opportunities are considerable; if we join forces, we should be stronger, but why haven't we accelerated development yet?” the Provincial Party Secretary questioned. He then demanded that specialized management agencies and coordinating units clearly understand their responsibilities to the Party, the people, and the development requirements of the country; and at the same time, review their management, direction, and operation, thoroughly addressing shortcomings to keep pace with the development requirements of the new phase.

Those who are slow, indifferent, or irresponsible will be left behind and forced to leave the race. Glory and victory are not for those who lack ambition and drive.

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Comrade Nguyen Ho Hai, Member of the Central Committee of the Party,

The Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Head of the National Assembly Delegation of Ca Mau province emphasized this point.

Also attending the working session were: Comrade Huynh Quoc Viet, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee; Comrade Pham Van Thieu, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Provincial People's Council; Comrade Lu Quang Ngoi, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee; Comrade Ho Thanh Thuy, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Ca Mau province; and Comrade Huynh Chi Nguyen, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee.

Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee Huynh Quoc Viet requested the Department of Industry and Trade and other departments and localities to urgently implement solutions to develop and maximize the province's potential and advantages, from services and trade, clean energy to enhancing the value of agriculture through building a linked chain from production and processing to export.

At the meeting, Director of the Department of Industry and Trade Nguyen Chi Thien stated that in the first quarter and the first five months of 2026, four key growth indicators of the industry decreased compared to the same period last year and did not meet the set targets. The decline was mainly concentrated in the Gas-Electricity-Fertilizer Industrial Cluster.

Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Provincial People's Council Pham Van Thieu requested strengthening trade promotion, attracting investment, and effectively exploiting land potential and unique advantages to develop energy infrastructure, serving the socio-economic development of the locality and the country.

According to the Director of the Department of Industry and Trade, in the second quarter, the production output of the Gas-Electricity-Fertilizer Industrial Cluster is forecast to continue to decline sharply due to technical barriers and national-level system management. Currently, the output of enterprises in this industrial cluster accounts for about 70% of the total industrial production value of the province, thus having a significant impact on the overall growth of Ca Mau.

Director of the Department of Industry and Trade Nguyen Chi Thien and members of the Board of Directors reported to the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee on the development orientation of the industry in the remaining months of the year; at the same time, they seriously acknowledged the role and responsibility of the leadership team in directing and managing the work, in order to contribute to promoting the overall growth of the province.

As the head of the organization, Mr. Nguyen Chi Thien frankly accepted responsibility for the leadership, direction, and advisory work in implementing the goals and tasks that had not met expectations; he also stated that the proactiveness and effectiveness of coordination between units and localities were still limited, failing to create new momentum to compensate for the decline in growth from the Gas-Electricity-Fertilizer Industrial Cluster.

In the first quarter and projected for the second quarter, production capacity at the Ca Mau Gas-Electricity-Fertilizer Industrial Cluster continued to decline, significantly impacting the province's industrial growth.

In their directives at the meeting, the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee requested the Department of Industry and Trade to resolutely implement effective solutions to create breakthroughs in industrial, commercial, and export development, contributing to regaining the province's overall growth momentum in the remaining months of the year.

For tasks involving coordination with relevant sectors, specific plans need to be developed, clearly defining responsibilities, tasks, timelines, and expected outcomes; while also accelerating progress and commencing wind and gas power projects as soon as possible.

Ca Mau still has much potential and room for wind power development; however, its exploitation is not yet commensurate with its potential due to many difficulties and obstacles.

Provincial Party Secretary Nguyen Ho Hai requested the Department of Industry and Trade and related sectors to continue upholding a high sense of responsibility, focusing on removing bottlenecks, maximizing energy potential, and effectively exploiting development opportunities. At the same time, it is necessary to innovate thinking, enhance aspirations for progress, and be creative in strategic planning to create breakthroughs in development in the coming period.

Tran Nguyen - Tien Len

Source: https://baocamau.vn/quyet-tam-lay-lai-da-tang-truong-cho-ca-mau-a129259.html