# Vietnam maritime nation development strategy > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/vietnam-maritime-nation-development-strategy > Updated: 2026-09-04T01:43:35.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 4. Vietnam is advancing its strategic framework to transform into a strong maritime nation, moving beyond simple resource exploitation toward modern maritime governance. Following the 14th Party Central Committee’s issuance of Resolution No. 20-NQ/TW in July 2026, the strategy emphasizes integrated maritime space for offshore wind, industrial aquaculture, and logistics. This is complemented by Resolution No. 22-NQ/TW regarding the National Security Strategy, signed by General Secretary and State President Tô Lâm. During a national conference, General Secretary and President Tô Lâm emphasized that by 2045, the country aims to be “wealthy and sustainably developed from the sea,” utilizing advanced technology and modern governance. The sea is increasingly viewed as a vital space for survival, development, and the protection of national sovereignty, intended to connect the mainland with islands and economic corridors to global ocean value chains. Legislative and regional efforts are supporting these goals. The National Assembly is debating the inclusion of coastal land reclamation projects in the draft Urban Development Law, while the Ministry of Construction integrates maritime directions into the draft Maritime and Inland Waterway Law. Regionally, An Giang province is focusing on developing eight dynamic urban centers, such as Long Xuyen and Rach Gia, to serve as growth poles for logistics, high-tech agriculture, and eco-tourism, contributing to the Mekong Delta economic breakthrough. A key pillar remains developing a “fast and strong” national maritime industry, specifically shipbuilding. However, structural challenges persist, as the domestic fleet holds only a 5-8% market share of import-export cargo, and domestic value creation within the shipbuilding chain is estimated at only 20-30%. ## Claims - The resolution shifts focus from maritime economic development to building a strong maritime nation. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The sea is defined as both an economic space and a vital strategic space. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Naval Region 2 conducted approximately 1,500 patrols between 2021 and 2025. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Naval Region 2 traveled nearly two million nautical miles and monitored over 2.5 million targets. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Naval Region 2 manages a maritime area exceeding 300,000 square kilometers. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The 15 DK1 offshore platforms have operated for over 37 years providing combat readiness, weather observation, and support to fishermen. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Vietnam aims for the green economy to contribute 10% to its GDP by 2030. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Vietnam is working to resolve the European Commission's 'yellow card' warning regarding illegal fishing. (single source) - The 14th Party Central Committee issued Resolution No. 20-NQ/TW on July 28, 2026. (single source) - The National Assembly is discussing policies to include coastal land reclamation city projects in the draft Urban Development Law. (single source) - General Secretary and State President To Lam signed Resolution No. 22-NQ/TW on the National Security Strategy. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-04: Vietnam targets strong maritime nation status via Resolution 20-NQ/TW Vietnam aims to become a strong maritime nation by 2045 through Resolution 20-NQ/TW, focusing on sustainable marine economy, sovereignty, and strategic urban development in regions like An Giang. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-targets-strong-maritime-nation-status-via-resolution-20-nqtw ### 2026-09-02: Vietnam develops strategy to strengthen maritime economy Vietnam is implementing a new national strategy to develop its maritime economy and shipbuilding industry to reduce dependence on foreign shipping and increase domestic value in the maritime sector. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-develops-strategy-to-strengthen-maritime-economy ### 2026-08-22: Vietnam implements new maritime and national security strategies Vietnam is advancing new strategic resolutions to become a strong maritime nation, debating coastal land reclamation laws, and targeting a 10% green economy GDP share by 2030. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-shifts-strategy-to-build-powerful-maritime-nation ### 2026-08-09: Vietnam issues resolution to develop strong maritime nation President Tô Lâm signed Resolution 20-NQ/TW, a strategic plan to transform Vietnam into a strong maritime nation by 2030 through modern governance and sustainable economic development. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-issues-resolution-to-develop-strong-maritime-nation --- Cite as: Vietnam maritime nation development strategy. 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