On the afternoon of October 8, the People's Committee of Lang Son Province held the 5th Ceremony Honouring Outstanding Entrepreneurs and Businesses of Lang Son Province 2026, marking the 22nd anniversary of Vietnam Entrepreneurs' Day.

Ms. Doan Thi Hau, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairwoman of the Lang Son Provincial People's Council, and VCCI Vice President Bui Trung Nghia present trophies and certificates of recognition to outstanding businesses. Photo: Thuy Linh

VCCI Accompanies Businesses and Provides Momentum for Growth

Speaking at the Ceremony Honouring Outstanding Entrepreneurs and Businesses of Lang Son Province, VCCI Vice President Bui Trung Nghia noted that, despite the numerous economic difficulties and challenges in recent years, businesses in Lang Son have demonstrated strong adaptability and resilience. They have not only maintained effective business operations and ensured employment and income for tens of thousands of workers, but also made positive contributions to the state budget and social welfare initiatives. In particular, by effectively leveraging the province's strengths in border-gate economic activities, businesses have taken the lead in modernizing logistics infrastructure, promoting cross-border e-commerce and adopting smart border-gate models to bring Vietnamese agricultural products to wider international markets.

Meanwhile, significant progress has also been made in high-tech agriculture, services, eco-tourism and trade across the province. The outstanding entrepreneurs and businesses honoured at the ceremony stand as clear testament to the intelligence, resilience and social responsibility of Lang Son's business community.

VCCI Vice President Bui Trung Nghia affirmed: “VCCI has always identified supporting businesses in localities as one of its top priorities. In recent years, VCCI has worked closely with the People's Committee of Lang Son Province and the Lang Son Business Association to implement various initiatives aimed at improving the investment environment, enhancing the Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI), providing entrepreneur training and supporting international integration.”

Looking ahead, VCCI is committed to continuing to serve as a trusted bridge between businesses and state management agencies, promptly consolidating recommendations and proposing that the Government address obstacles related to mechanisms, policies and infrastructure, thereby unlocking resources for sustainable business development, VCCI Vice President Bui Trung Nghia affirmed.

VCCI Vice President Bui Trung Nghia and Chairwoman of the Lang Son Provincial People's Council Doan Thi Hau present certificates and commemorative trophies to a representative of Thien Phu Trading and Construction Co., Ltd.

As the country enters a new era of development, VCCI leadership expects businesses in Lang Son to focus on renewing their mindsets, accelerating digital and green transformation, strengthening business ethics and social responsibility, and enhancing sustainable value chain linkages. VCCI believes that the close cooperation between local authorities and the business community will help Lang Son achieve rapid, green and sustainable development.

Business Prosperity Drives Lang Son's Development

Lang Son Province currently has 6,576 businesses, with total registered capital of VND 83,795.54 billion. The business community is affirming its important role in mobilizing social resources, promoting investment and driving socio-economic development.

Speaking at the ceremony, Vice Chairman of the Lang Son Provincial People's Committee Doan Thanh Son affirmed that the socio-economic achievements recorded in recent years were the result of the solidarity, determination and concerted efforts of the entire political system and people from all ethnic groups across the province, with significant contributions from the business community. In addition to actively developing production and business activities and fulfilling their obligations to the State, many businesses and entrepreneurs have also paid close attention to workers' livelihoods and actively participated in social welfare initiatives, helping promote the image of Lang Son entrepreneurs as dynamic, resilient and socially responsible members of the community.

Standing Vice Chairman of the Lang Son Provincial People's Council Duong Xuan Huyen and Vice Chairman of the Lang Son Provincial People's Committee Doan Thanh Son present certificates and commemorative trophies to outstanding entrepreneurs of Lang Son Province in 2026. Photo: NK

According to Vice Chairman of the Lang Son Provincial People's Committee Doan Thanh Son, the 5th Ceremony Honouring Outstanding Entrepreneurs and Businesses of Lang Son Province 2026 aims to recognize and commend the remarkable contributions and innovative spirit of the business community. It also provides an opportunity for provincial leaders to listen to the business community's constructive proposals and recommendations and work together to address difficulties, thereby contributing to the successful achievement of the socio-economic development targets set out in the Resolution of the 18th Lang Son Provincial Party Congress for the 2025–2030 tenure.

“The Lang Son provincial authorities are committed to continuing to build an enabling, service-oriented administration that works alongside businesses; accelerating administrative reforms, improving the investment and business environment, promptly addressing difficulties and obstacles, and creating favourable conditions for businesses to confidently invest and pursue long-term development in the province,” Vice Chairman Doan Thanh Son emphasized.

Provincial leaders also expressed confidence that, with their resilience and vision, and the close support of local authorities, Lang Son's business community will continue to grow strongly and make positive contributions to building a prosperous, civilized and sustainable homeland.

At the event, Lang Son Province presented certificates of recognition and commemorative trophies to 25 outstanding businesses and 15 outstanding entrepreneurs in recognition of their significant contributions to local socio-economic development.

Mr. Tran The Kien, Vice Chairman of the Provincial Young Entrepreneurs Association and Chairman of the Lang Son Province Investment and Entrepreneurship Club, shared: “This recognition serves as a tremendous source of motivation for businesses to continuously strive to improve their production and business performance. In particular, timely commendation and recognition of outstanding individuals and organizations have helped establish exemplary role models and spread a spirit of learning and aspiration for progress throughout the business community. This encourages businesses to work towards sustainable development and make positive contributions to Lang Son's economic growth in the digital era and a new era of national advancement, with a strong determination to achieve double-digit growth.”