Companies in Mai Son Industrial Zone have begun operations, creating over 180 jobs.

Son La Province currently hosts the Mai Son Industrial Zone, approved by the Prime Minister under Decision No. 1107/QD-TTg, which outlines the industrial zone development plan in Vietnam through 2015 and its direction up to 2020. In 2023, the Mai Son Industrial Zone saw one project’s investment registration certificate adjusted and another project’s investment terminated. To date, seven investment certificates have been issued, with four projects operational, totaling registered investment of VND 681.7 billion (average VND 35 billion per hectare). Actual investment stands at approximately VND 500 billion (71% of the total registered amount), with a land occupancy rate of 38.67% (18.95/48.99 hectares). For Van Ho Industrial Zone, the management board is actively working with relevant departments to attract investors for infrastructure development and operation.

In investment promotion efforts, we have attracted investors to the remaining area of Mai Son Industrial Zone (Phase I) and guided them in preparing project proposals according to investment regulations. Support has been provided to finalize proposals for the Mavin Mai Son Feed and Agro-processing Complex, the Solas Fruit Packaging and Processing Plant, and the Instant Cereal and Dried Fruit Factory projects.

In 2023, the Department of Industry and Trade, in coordination with other departments and the city’s People's Committee, advised the Council on evaluating and selecting investors for the Hoang Van Thuy Industrial Zone infrastructure in Son La City. Moving forward, efforts will focus on attracting investment for industrial infrastructure and operations, contributing to the Son La Province 2021-2030 Master Plan, with a vision to 2050, including plans for developing industrial clusters across districts and cities for approval. Additionally, as the regulatory body for industrial zones, the Industrial Zone Management Board continues to efficiently handle administrative procedures and support investors, aiming to make the province’s industrial zones a compelling destination for both domestic and international investors.

In the coming period, the province will focus on enhancing the investment environment, unlocking resources, and boosting industrial zone investments. Efforts will include accelerating administrative reforms, actively engaging with businesses to address challenges, and resolving issues promptly to support productive operations.

Hong Le

Translated by Huyen Thao Vu