Lam Dong proposes plan to develop industrial parks in the province

Lam Dong Province has held a press briefing on a proposed plan to develop industrial zones in the province. The plan outlines the current status of industrial parks and sets out targets for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision to 2050.

Current industrial zone footprint

Lam Dong currently has 15 industrial zones with a total area of nearly 4,270 hectares. Of these, 11 industrial zones are operating, covering more than 2,012 hectares.

These operating zones have attracted 238 investment projects. The leased area is 72 hectares, with an occupancy rate of about 52.5%.

Proposed development direction for 2021–2030 (vision to 2050)

According to the Management Board of Industrial Parks, the province proposes continuing implementation of industrial zones in line with the planning framework for three provinces (Lam Dong, Binh Thuan, and Dak Nong before consolidation) for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision to 2050 approved by the Prime Minister.

The province will also study expansion and the addition of 17 new industrial parks, totaling 11,193 hectares, to meet future development needs.

Projected industrial parks by 2021–2030 (vision to 2050)

Under the plan for 2021–2030 with a vision to 2050, Lam Dong is expected to have 47 industrial parks with a total area of over 27,300 hectares.

Of these, 33 industrial parks with an area of over 16,490 hectares are prioritized for investment before 2030. The remaining 14 industrial parks would be developed after 2030 or when conditions permit.

Planned locations and connectivity goals

The industrial parks are expected to be developed in key areas including Tra Tan, Suoi Kiet, Tan Minh, Ham Thuan Nam, Son My, and Vinh Hao. The plan aims to form a linked chain of industrial zones that leverages regional connectivity, particularly areas near the border with Dong Nai and Ho Chi Minh City.

Feedback from ministries and sectors

Representatives of ministries and sectors largely agreed with the proposed plan. However, they urged continued review and supplementation of content related to technical infrastructure, electricity and water demand, and alignment with construction planning and land-use planning.

They also highlighted the need to consider environmental factors, as well as national defense and security considerations. Other comments included addressing overlaps with forestry and mineral planning, and ensuring that industrial park projects can be implemented in accordance with the law and sustainable development guidelines.

Provincial guidance and implementation priorities

At the meeting, Deputy Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Hong Hai said that concentrating on developing industrial zones is a key direction to drive economic growth in the near term.

Provincial leaders broadly agreed with the plan and instructed the Department of Finance to coordinate with relevant units to promptly update the province’s planning adjustment content for 2021–2030 (vision to 2050), ensuring it is completed before submission for approval.

They also called for careful review of proposed areas to ensure national defense and security, and for guidance on developing technical infrastructure to meet industrial zone needs. In addition, the leaders emphasized coordinated planning of social infrastructure, particularly social housing for workers.