The event took place in the Phu Quoc Special Zone on September 24 in the presence of Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung.

The projects launched include: the provincial road DT.975; Cua Can Reservoir; the undergrounding of technical infrastructure in Duong Dong; the undergrounding of technical infrastructure in An Thoi; an investment project in technical infrastructure and digital transformation, including the construction of the Phu Quoc Smart Operations Monitoring Centre; the embankment and land reclamation project for the APEC Conference Centre and auxiliary facilities; and the An Thoi resettlement area.

The projects initiated include the Bai Bon Waste Treatment Plant, the An Thoi Domestic Solid Waste Treatment Plant, and the Cua Can Lake Water Plant.

Speaking at the ceremony, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung stated that the groundbreaking and initiation of 10 key infrastructure projects, which are part of a system of more than 21 major projects serving APEC, represent the construction of modern, synchronised infrastructure. These facilities will not only meet the needs of the conference but also promote the long-term development of both the locality and the country.

With the forthcoming integrated infrastructure system, Phu Quoc will not only be the venue for APEC but also stand as a symbol of a renewing, innovative Viet Nam, aiming to become a modern industrial developing country by 2030.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung emphasised that the APEC 2027 Leaders’ Week is a highly significant international event, receiving strong attention from General Secretary To Lam, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, and the leadership of the Party, the State and the Government.

He expressed his hope that socio-political organisations, mass organisations, and especially citizens affected by the projects will continue to support and create favourable conditions for implementation.