Tu Son City (Bac Ninh) – A smart, cultural, ecological and knowledge-based urban hub

In an interview granted to reporters of the Business Forum Magazine, Mr. Dam The Su, Vice Chairman of the People’s Committee of Tu Son City, shared that Tu Son is oriented to become a satellite city of Hanoi, located within the core urban area of Bac Ninh City. Tu Son plays the role of an economic, industrial, and service center, and is considered one of the drivers for the socio-economic development of Bac Ninh Province.

Tu Son City is not only a land rich in history and culture but also a locality experiencing dynamic economic growth. It is particularly known for its traditional craft villages, which are famous not only in Bac Ninh Province but also across the region and the country.

In recent years, Tu Son has seen remarkable socio-economic development. Its infrastructure has been comprehensively and modernly invested in, while the province's open and business-friendly policies, combined with favorable geographical location, well-connected transport systems, abundant human resources, and a high level of education, have all helped Tu Son affirm its position as an attractive destination for both domestic and international investors. This has significantly contributed to accelerating the process of industrialization and modernization.

Tu Son accompanies entrepreneurs and businesses

Mr. Dam The Su, Vice Chairman of the People’s Committee of Tu Son City, emphasized that Tu Son always recognizes that "the success of businesses is the success of the city, and the challenges faced by businesses are also challenges in the city's management". Tu Son City consistently values the role of the business community, business households, and cooperatives, and is committed to creating the most favorable conditions for businesses and investors in the area. In particular, all legitimate rights of businesses, business households, and investors will be guaranteed and respected.

Leaders of the Party Committee and People's Committee of Tu Son City extend congratulations to the business community and entrepreneurs

The Party Committee and the People's Committee of Tu Son City regularly hold dialogues with businesses, business households, and cooperatives to listen to and promptly address their challenges and difficulties, as well as to improve the business investment environment. They have simplified administrative procedures, minimized costs and time for businesses, and strengthened efforts in digitization and digital transformation, applying information technology in state management activities. This has created favorable conditions for businesses to conduct online transactions. The city has also worked to enhance the quality of public services, ensuring transparency, openness, and effectiveness.

The city has effectively implemented the province’s trade promotion programs, trade fairs, and exhibitions, such as the Do Temple Festival and OCOP product exhibitions. These activities have facilitated trade promotion, helping businesses expand their product markets. The city has also focused on promoting and connecting regional markets, collaborating with localities to distribute the city's specialty products. Additionally, it has supported workforce training through industrial promotion programs and provided guidance to businesses, business households, and cooperatives on procedures and documentation to access industrial support incentives.

In recent times, the city has maximized the use of the current mechanisms and policies of the province and the central government to accompany and support businesses and business households, providing a legal foundation for attracting investment in industrial and commercial projects. This has contributed to creating resources for overall socio-economic growth and enhancing production and business activities in Tu Son City.

Comprehensive economic development in various sectors

In terms of industry, the operations of industrial zones and clusters in Tu Son City have been maintained steadily in recent years. Currently, Tu Son City is home to three industrial zones: VSIP, Tien Son, and Hanaka. Additionally, there are nine industrial and service clusters, along with 432 small and medium-sized enterprises currently operating in the area.

Tu Son City is home to 25 traditional craft villages, including groups specializing in the production of fine wood products, textiles, and steel; notable, long-established craft villages such as the steel production villages of Chau Khe and Da Hoi, fine wood products in Dong Ky, Phu Khe, and Huong Mac, textile weaving in Tuong Giang, and the production of Phu The cakes and intricate carving in Ding Bang and Tan Hong. These villages, along with other famous local culinary products, are well known not only in domestic markets but also internationally. This sector is one of the city's key economic pillars, with revenue from industrial zones and clusters accounting for more than 70% of the total revenue of the locality.

Currently, there are 1,029 trading businesses operating in Tu Son City. In recent years, the commercial and service sectors have maintained stable growth, offering a wide variety of goods. Market management has always been carried out effectively. In addition to traditional markets, shopping centers and supermarkets have been developed and invested in to meet the essential shopping needs of the local population.

According to the Tu Son City People's Committee, the city's economy has made remarkable progress, with an average growth rate of 21.4% from 2000 to 2024. The total value of products in 2024 is 75.2 times higher than in 2000.

In the fields of culture and society, Tu Son City has made comprehensive development efforts; national defense and security have been prioritized; and political stability, order, and social safety have been ensured.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man presented the Certificate of Special National Relic and the Certificate of National Treasure to leaders of Bac Ninh Province; awarded the Certificate of National Relic for the Memorial House of Comrade Le Quang Dao to the leaders of Tu Son City, Bac Ninh; and handed over the Decision recognizing the golden imperial seal "Hoang De Chi Bao" as a National Treasure to a representative of the Nam Hong Royal Museum

Mr. Dam The Su, Vice Chairman of the Tu Son City People's Committee, stated that Tu Son City successfully organized the Do Temple Festival in 2025, an important cultural and spiritual event that also serves as an opportunity to affirm Tu Son's role as a prominent cultural center of the Kinh Bac region.

On this occasion, Tu Son also launched the "Tu Son Walking Street", which is expected to become a new cultural and tourism destination for Bac Ninh Province, contributing to the enhancement of the people's spiritual life and promoting traditional cultural values within a modern, dynamic urban space.

Tu Son invests in modern urban infrastructure

Tu Son City, one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the province, is focusing heavily on investing in urban infrastructure to create momentum for attracting investment and driving socio-economic development.

The transportation system is considered a key factor in the urban development process. In recent years, Tu Son has invested in building and upgrading several key roads to ensure flexible connectivity with Hanoi and other localities in the province. Additionally, the city has paid special attention to developing its internal urban transportation system.

15-day action plan to ensure environmental sanitation and order in traffic safety corridors

Tu Son is accelerating the planning and construction of new urban areas in a modern and green direction. Many urban projects have been and are being implemented to meet the demand for high-quality housing for residents and attract professionals to live and work in the area, such as the Manh Duc, Dabaco, Centa City, Sen Garden, Trang Ha, and Phu Khe urban areas.

In particular, the city focuses on building and completing wastewater and waste treatment systems. Alongside technical infrastructure, Tu Son is also making significant investments in social infrastructure. The systems of schools, hospitals, cultural and sports centers have been upgraded and expanded to ensure the quality of public services for the residents.

In the past three years, Tu Son City has invested in and completed numerous urban infrastructure projects, creating a spacious and modern urban landscape. In 2024 alone, the city completed 14 major construction projects. The city government has also focused on developing public spaces such as parks, squares, and recreational areas. These projects not only contribute to changing the urban appearance but also help make Tu Son an attractive place to live and a promising destination for investors.

With strategic steps in urban infrastructure development, Tu Son has affirmed its position as one of the province's dynamic economic and urban centers. The continuous efforts to upgrade transportation infrastructure, build modern urban areas, develop public services, and apply technology in urban management have resulted in a civilized and modern Tu Son city.

On April 20, 2025, at Tu Quarter (Dong Ky Ward), Mr. Do Tuan Son, Chairman of the People's Committee of Tu Son City, attended the opening ceremony for collecting public opinions on the proposal for reorganizing provincial- and commune-level administrative units.

With determination, effort, and a proactive mindset in responding to challenges and embracing new opportunities, in the coming period, Tu Son, along with the entire country, will implement the two-tier local government model. It is believed that, under the guidance of the Central Government and the province, this new grassroots-level administration will truly transform, daring to think, daring to act, and operating with strength. It will genuinely serve as an extended arm of the provincial level in socio-economic development, contributing to Bac Ninh's rise in the new era.