FDI firms boost investment in Hai Phong
Pham Van Thep, Head of Hai Phong Economic Zone Authority have called on foreign-invested enterprises (FDI) to expand operations and help attract more investors to the city.
On March 24, a delegation led by Pham Van Thep, member of the Standing Committee of the Hai Phong Party Committee and head of the Hai Phong Economic Zone Authority, paid a working visit to several FDI enterprises in industrial parks in western Hai Phong.
The delegation visited Biel Crystal Manufacturing Vietnam Co., Ltd. at An Phat Industrial Park, Hyundai Kefico Vietnam Co., Ltd. at Dai An Industrial Park, and Brother Industries Vietnam Co., Ltd. at Phuc Dien Industrial Park.
According to the companies, production and business activities in the early months of 2026 have remained stable overall, with some firms continuing to expand their investment. The enterprises also expressed appreciation for the support and close coordination from city authorities and the Hai Phong Economic Zone Authority, describing this as a key factor in maintaining a stable and favorable investment environment.
The companies said they hoped to continue receiving timely support to address difficulties such as labor shortages, particularly of highly skilled workers, increasing competition in workforce recruitment, and rising input costs due to fluctuations in fuel prices, which have driven up transportation and raw material costs.
They also proposed that the city continue investing in transport infrastructure to improve connectivity, ensure a stable power supply, and consider allocating land for public facilities such as parking areas within industrial parks.
Pham Van Thep, Head of the Hai Phong Economic Zone Authority, acknowledged and highly valued the production and business performance of the enterprises, particularly their contributions to the city’s economic growth, noting that business success is also a key driver for Hai Phong’s development.
In the coming period, the Hai Phong Economic Zone Authority will continue to support enterprises in investment procedures, construction, environmental compliance and labor-related matters.
Regarding the companies’ proposals, he said the city will continue investing in key transport routes to ensure smooth connectivity to industrial parks, while directing relevant agencies to maintain a stable electricity supply for production.
On labor supply, the authority will strengthen linkages between supply and demand, in coordination with localities and training institutions. Enterprises were encouraged to proactively assess their recruitment needs and work closely with relevant agencies to address difficulties.
Emphasizing future investment attraction, he called on enterprises to further enhance operational efficiency while introducing and connecting additional investors to Hai Phong, and to focus on developing on-site supporting industries to increase added value and contribute to the city’s overall growth.
Hai Phong News