Vietnam PM urges Saigon New Port to bridge inland-global ports

15 Feb '24

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Prime Mimister Phạm Minh Chính oversaw the Year of the Dragon's first cargo handling at TCIT in Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu recently.
Phạm Minh Chính urged Saigon New Port Corp. to develop seaports linking inland-international ports, aiding localities to enhance logistics for Vietnamese products.
He lauded the corporation for its contributions to Vietnam's achievements.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh graced a ceremony recently, welcoming international ships and starting cargo handling for the Year of the Dragon at Tan Cang-Cai Mep (TCIT) in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province.

Over 15 years, TCIT, managed by Saigon New Port Corporation, has evolved into Vietnam’s premier deep-water container port, handling the largest throughput.

In 2023, despite challenges, the corporation surpassed targets, with container throughput reaching 9.75 million TEU and nearly 140 million tonnes of cargo, up nearly 1 per cent (comprising 56.8 per cent of the nation’s total).

Tan Cang-Cai Mep cluster alone saw a 10 per cent growth rate, handling 1.7 million TEU.

Prime Minister Chính commended the corporation’s role in Vietnam’s achievements, emphasising the nation’s marine economy development, aiming to be a maritime powerhouse even as he urged the corporation to aid in seaport development, connecting inland ports with international counterparts and bolstering logistics to enhance Vietnamese product competitiveness.

Modernising ports, embracing greener practices, and advancing digitalisation to establish smart ports were emphasised. With trade ties to over 60 major markets via free trade agreements, ensuring smooth goods flow is paramount for public welfare, the PM underlined.

Prime Minister Chính called for ministry officials and Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province’s support in crafting a modern, green, and secure Tan Cang-Cai Mep international port.

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