The nation's natural riches, maritime connections, and economic development are all accessible from the country's main economic zone in northern Vietnam. The following seven provinces and cities make up the northern major economic region: Hai Phong, Quang Ninh, Thai Binh, Nam Dinh, Ninh Binh, Hanoi, and Hoa Binh. Its overall area is 39,821 square kilometers or 19.5% of Vietnam, and it is home to 21 million people or 19% of the population of the entire nation. The port systems of Hai Phong City and Quang Ninh Province, as well as the air system at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, which connects with other countries via the Lao Cai border gate or via road networks connecting with China, are all part of the northern major economic region.
Routes 3A and 3B, two urban roadways in Hanoi, respectively, connect the capital city to the airports at Noibai and Da Nang. Road networks include National Highway 1A, which connects southern regions and spans from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City via Thai Nguyen Province. Train networks include railway routes connecting with China via the Lao Cai border gate and include Thang Long Bridge and the Noi Bai Expressway.
Route 3A Expressway connects Vietnamese port cities like Hai Phong City on the southeast coast close to China Border Gate leading directly into Beijing, passes through Lao Cai Border Gate before reaching northeastern provinces like Cao Bang Province where another expressway runs immediately north before crossing Laos Mountain Ranges and heading further east toward Bangkok where the third expressway links southern provinces again linking them all together. Trade fairs are held yearly in the Cholon market region, bringing large numbers of tourists. This area serves as a key access point for marine routes connecting Vietnam with neighboring nations.
Hai Phong is the most important city in this region. Quang Ninh Province is one of Vietnam's most developed provinces, with a population of about 2 million. Other notable cities include Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Thai Binh, and Nam Dinh. Hoa Binh is a well-liked tourist destination as well as a center for Vietnamese trade with China through the Tonkin Gulf Port Authority. Although there isn't a significant train station in this area, there are several seaports along the coast, including Le Nam Port in Hai Phong City, which handles both internal business from northern regions like Quang Ninh Province and exports from eastern coastal towns like HCMC.
There are several important transportation hubs in this area that connect it to other areas of Vietnam, including extensive aviation, road, and rail networks (Ho Chi Minh City). The Son Tra Peninsula, which is situated on a rocky island in the South China Sea, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. Visitors who wish to enjoy water sports like scuba diving or who just want some fresh air flock to this location because of the breathtaking views of the coastline it offers. The area is also home to several significant historical buildings, such as the Pho Co Museum, which educates visitors about the past of this former province. As well as temples, the area is home to several theme parks, such as Suoi Tien in Ninh Binh Province and Thien Ly Pagoda in Hai Phong City.
21 million people, or 19% of the nation's population, reside in the region, which covers 39,821 square kilometers, or 19.5% of the nation's total land area. It accounts for about 19% of Vietnam's total land area and is one of our most significant economic regions. The seven provinces that comprise the central administrative region are Vinh Long Districts in Lai Chau Province, Dong Nai Province, Binh Dinh Province, Thai Nguyen Province, Long An Province, Phu Tho City, and Quang Ngai Province (CAR).
Despite the absence of a sizable train station, this region's coastline is home to several seaports, including Le Nam Port in Hai Phong City, which manages both internal traffic from northern regions like Quang Ninh Province and exports from eastern coastal towns like HCMC. This region is connected to other parts of Vietnam by numerous significant transportation hubs, including vast aviation, road, and rail networks (Ho Chi Minh City).
One of the biggest ports in Vietnam, Hai Phong can handle more than 40 million tons of cargo a year. Smaller ships can dock at any number of adjacent ports to export or import goods from other nations. Due to its proximity to Laos, which has grown to be a significant trading partner for both countries' economies by producing electricity from hydroelectric power plants along their riverside borders, Quang Ninh province, which is rich in mineral resources, particularly coal and limestone, has been rapidly developing since 2002.
To connect South East Asia and Europe with direct flights to London Heathrow Airport, Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi sees up to 8 million travelers annually. Any remaining barriers for travelers will likely be eliminated when a brand-new, high-speed train link is likely constructed soon between these two cities.
With 230 persons per square kilometer, the Central area has one of the highest population densities in the nation. Vietnamese and Kinh people, who are primarily found in cities and towns, make up the bulk of the population. Moreover, there are large Muslim Montagnard and Cham groups (also known as Degar). Because there is so much to see and do and because everyone is so hospitable, it will certainly have a fantastic day.
Numerous ethnic communities, notably the Tay, Nung, and Muong people, call this region home. Additionally, it has a substantial supply of natural resources such as coal, bauxite, manganese, and iron ore. Over 21 million people live in the area, which makes up about 20% of all of Vietnam's land area, and they are spread out among seven provinces (Dong Nai, Binh Dinh, Quang Ngai, Thai Nguyen, Long An, Phu Tho City, and Vinh Long Districts in Lai Chau Province). The Central region has one of the highest population densities in the nation, with 230 people per square kilometer. Vietnamese and Kinh people, who are primarily found in cities and towns, make up the bulk of the population.
All of the major roads in the area have been paved or are being built quickly. The area's road networks have good connections to those of neighboring nations and other parts of Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City and Nanning (China) can be reached by plane for free via the Lao Cai Border Gate, however, Chinese nationals must first get a visa from their embassy or consulate before boarding any Vietnam Airlines flights. In addition to Route 3 (Thang Long-Noi Bai) and Route 1A/B, an expressway system connects Hanoi with Ho Chi Minh City via the Lao Cai Border Gate and Nha Trang International Airport.
The Central region is renowned for its rich soil, pleasant climate, high levels of production, and comfortable soil conditions, as well as its abundant output of agricultural products, including rice and vegetables. The two international airports in the region are Nha Trang Airport in Khanh Hoa Province and Cam Ranh International Airport. It is rich in natural resources, including reserves of coal, iron ore, manganese, and bauxite. Three further domestic airports are available (Thap Cham Airport in Ninh Thuan Province; Phu Quoc Airport in Kien Giang Province; and Cat Bi International Airport in Hai Phong City).
This is an essential starting place for marine linkages that link Vietnam to its neighbors. Twelve seaports exist in the country, two of which are class I (Lach Huyen and Dinh Vu), and five of them are connected to the East-West Economic Corridor (EWEC), which runs through Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Myanmar, Thailand, and Cambodia. The port of Hoang Long, one of the largest in southern China, has contributed significantly to the area's economy for more than a century. Due to a large number of firms producing steel, auto parts, or machinery required for shipbuilding, the port has transformed into an industrial area.
Excellent train links to other parts of Vietnam and its neighbors are also available nearby. Two rail routes connect Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. The port is an important point of entry for the export and import of goods into and out of Vietnam. The second line crosses through the Tam Dao and Dong Dang Border Gates in the area of Sapa, while the first line goes through the Lao Cai Border Gate. From 350 to 1,800 meters in length, it's 13 berths. The port handled more than a million TEUs in 2017.
The area's well-resourced transportation system includes nine domestic airports and three international airports. Each of the international airports is connected to Hanoi via the national road network. The two international ports in the region that can accommodate cruise ships, passengers, and cargo are Nha Trang and Quy Nhon. Since more than a century ago, the port, one of the largest in southern China, has had a significant economic impact on the region. The port has grown into an industrial region with a large number of businesses making steel, auto parts, or tools for shipbuilding.
Ashly Chole - Senior Finance & Technology Editor