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Vietnam maritime nation development strategy

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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. By 2045, At the country aims to be “wealthy Vietnam Maritime Forum 2026 in Hanoi, leaders emphasized transforming international cooperation and sustainably developed from resources into national strength, specifically highlighting the sea,” utilizing advanced technology to connect importance of the mainland with islands and global ocean value chains. To institutionalize these goals, UN Convention on the Ministry Law of Construction is integrating the Sea (UNCLOS) in managing maritime directions into space. Recent policy shifts place UNCLOS 1982 at the draft Maritime center of maritime governance to address the convergence of sovereignty, security, food, and Inland Waterway Law. Efforts include developing climate issues. However, environmental and industrial challenges remain. While the government seeks to develop a “fast and strong” national maritime industry, specifically targeting shipbuilding. However, the sector faces significant gaps; the domestic fleet currently handles only 5-8% of the country’s import-export cargo market share, and domestic value creation cargo. Additionally, coastal construction projects in the shipbuilding chain is estimated at only 20-30%. Recent developments emphasize science, technology, Ho Chi Minh City, including new ports and digital transformation seaside developments, threaten the Can Gio mangrove forest, a UNESCO biosphere reserve that serves as pillars for a vital buffer against rising sea levels and storms. To institutionalize these goals, the Ministry of Construction is integrating maritime strength. directions into the draft Maritime and Inland Waterway Law. Under Resolution No. 20-NQ/TW, the government’s 2030 action plan includes establishing two to three marine science and innovation research organizations capable of competing with leading ASEAN nations. These institutions aim to master critical data and deep-sea technology. Furthermore, experts highlight the necessity of investing in high-quality human resources to transition from a technology user to a creator, including participation in global standards such as 6G standardization processes. and compete within ASEAN.

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