HCMC (Ba Ria - Vung Tau Region): Solid security, economic breakthrough

Strategically located at the eastern gateway of the Southern Key Economic Region, Ho Chi Minh City (Ba Ria - Vung Tau area) is not only well known for its marine and island tourism potential but is also a vital hub for industry and seaports in Vietnam. With this strategic importance, the local government fully recognizes the critical role of maintaining public security and order as a foundation for sustainable economic development.

Diversifying Public Education Methods

Understanding the key role of fire safety in business operations, the Ho Chi Minh City Police (Ba Ria - Vung Tau region) has implemented a range of initiatives to raise legal awareness and FPF knowledge among the business community.

One of their main strategies is to enhance legal dissemination and education regarding fire prevention. A wide variety of formats are being employed, including conferences, thematic workshops, training courses, leaflets, posters, and fire safety manuals. The communication focuses on newly issued regulations, basic fire safety knowledge, evacuation skills, and the use of on-site fire equipment. Authorities also integrate real-life scenarios and past fire incidents to provide valuable lessons for businesses.

In addition, the police regularly provide legal training for businesses. They organize periodic workshops and invite FPF experts to present the latest updates on technical standards and safety requirements for different industries. This ensures that businesses remain up to date with laws and can proactively build and implement tailored fire safety plans.

Strengthened outreach and legal training help not only improve compliance but also foster a culture of self-awareness and proactive prevention, thereby minimizing fire incidents and ensuring human and asset safety.

To support businesses from the start, the police also prioritize early guidance on FPF procedures. From the planning and design stages of new projects, they coordinate with relevant agencies to provide detailed guidance on FPF standards. Officers visit sites to advise businesses on layout, material selection, and appropriate fire systems suited to specific production needs.

For new and expanding investment projects, the Ho Chi Minh City Police (Ba Ria - Vung Tau region) has streamlined fire safety design approvals and inspections. The entire process is transparent, efficient, and designed to minimize delays. In cases of procedural difficulties, specialized officers are dispatched to provide direct guidance and resolve issues swiftly, ensuring legal compliance without disrupting business timelines.

Establishing Special Security Task Forces in Industrial Zones

Industrial zones house high-value assets, machinery, and materials—making them high-priority areas for public security. The police force has developed a range of coordinated solutions to maintain security in these areas. Officers are on 24/7 patrol to detect and handle theft, public disturbances, smuggling, and commercial fraud.

Dedicated task forces have been set up specifically to handle security-related matters in industrial zones, ensuring fast and effective responses when incidents occur.

Furthermore, police work closely with industrial zone management boards and enterprises to implement internal protection plans, install surveillance systems, and regulate access control. Self-managed security models—such as “Enterprise Security Teams” and “Inter-Enterprise Security Alliances”—are encouraged to build a solid grassroots security network.

Improving the Business Environment Through Proactive Reforms

To further enhance public security and fire safety while improving the business and investment climate, the police force in this region has taken proactive measures to boost their performance indicators.

They have conducted in-depth evaluations to identify strengths and challenges in their FPF and public security efforts. Key areas for improvement include administrative compliance costs, legal risks, and business satisfaction with public services.

Based on these insights, the police have advised city leaders to implement policies that simplify procedures, reduce processing times, and increase digitalization in public security and fire safety services.

They have also organized specialized training for officers, especially those who interact directly with businesses, to improve their legal knowledge, communication, and customer service skills.

Regular dialogues are held between the police and business community to gather feedback and promptly address concerns. A dedicated communication channel has been established for businesses to submit feedback and recommendations.

Investments are being made to upgrade security monitoring and smart fire alarm systems in industrial zones. The police also adopt new technologies for early detection and prevention of security and fire incidents, with a focus on data analysis and risk forecasting.

Administrative reform (AR) remains a strategic priority for the local police. All administrative procedures related to security and fire safety have been reviewed and publicly posted both at headquarters and online. Processes and forms are clearly listed, and a “single-window” mechanism is applied to ensure convenience, transparency, and shorter turnaround times.

Internal inspections are regularly conducted to evaluate public satisfaction. Any officer displaying improper behavior or causing inconvenience to citizens or businesses is subject to disciplinary action. Initiatives such as “Serving the People” and “Building a Positive Police Image” are widely promoted to enhance professionalism and service ethics.

Mr. Nguyễn Văn Luyện, Deputy Director of Tung My Trading Co., Ltd., shared: “With the close guidance of the city authorities and the tireless efforts of the local police, fire safety education, business procedure support, industrial zone security, and administrative reform efforts have delivered practical and meaningful outcomes.”

Looking ahead, with continued implementation of synchronized solutions to improve investment-related indicators, Ho Chi Minh City (Ba Ria - Vung Tau region) is poised to remain a safe and attractive destination for investors—a place where businesses can confidently grow and contribute to national prosperity.