Four breakthrough solutions to transform Cua Lo into a civilized and modern coastal tourist city.
During the morning session on October 3rd at the 20th Provincial Party Congress, Comrade Ngo Duc Kien - Member of the Provincial Party Committee, Secretary of the Party Committee, and Chairman of the People's Council of Cua Lo Ward - presented a paper entitled: "Developing Cua Lo's coastal tourism to be green, clean, beautiful, friendly, civilized, and modern - becoming a key economic sector and a driving force for the socio-economic development of the province."
The participants expressed strong agreement and consensus with the Political Report presented at the Congress. The report demonstrated a strategic vision, groundbreaking solutions, and affirmed the determination to build Nghe An into a rapidly and sustainably developing province, while also identifying tourism as one of the important economic sectors that need priority development.
Cua Lo in the national tourism development strategy.
The Party Secretary and Chairman of the People's Council of Cua Lo Ward, Ngo Duc Kien, emphasized: Resolution No. 08, dated January 16, 2017, of the Politburo on developing tourism into a key economic sector, and Action Program No. 55 of the Standing Committee of the Nghe An Provincial Party Committee, and Plan No. 62 of the Provincial People's Committee have opened a clear direction for the development of tourism in Nghe An. The goal is that by 2030, tourism in Nghe An will basically become a key economic sector, a tourism center of the North Central region, and an attractive destination nationwide.
This serves as an important guiding principle for the Party Committee, Government, and people of Cua Lo ward to concretize into a strategy for developing civilized and modern coastal urban tourism.
Over the years, thanks to the attention of the central and provincial governments, and the consensus of the people, Cua Lo tourism has affirmed its position as a "beach brand" of Nghe An. Tourism infrastructure continues to be invested in comprehensively, creating a modern and attractive appearance for the coastal city. Many high-end hotels and resorts have been built, including major brands such as Vinpearl Melia, Muong Thanh Grand, Saigon - Kim Lien, Summer…
Many new, high-class tourism products such as VinWonders, the cable car to Ngư Island, modern entertainment and shopping areas, and a chain of restaurants and culinary services have emerged. Tourism has become an important source of revenue, creating jobs, promoting the development of related services and industries, and contributing to improving people's lives.
“Cua Lo is not only a resort destination but also represents the image of Nghe An as a friendly, dynamic province with a desire for innovation and green growth,” shared Ngo Duc Kien, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of the People's Council of Cua Lo ward.
Facing limitations head-on is key to achieving breakthrough development.
Besides the achievements, the discussion also frankly pointed out the "bottlenecks" that need to be addressed with comprehensive and fundamental solutions.
That is, tourism products are still monotonous and heavily seasonal; service quality is inconsistent; and there is a lack of unique, large-scale products that reflect new trends.
Many projects in the area are delayed or not implemented; the availability of clean land for strategic investors is limited. The tourism workforce lacks skills and foreign language proficiency; and the international tourist market has not been effectively exploited.
These are the challenges facing Cua Lo ward in its journey to become a civilized and modern coastal tourist city, capable of competing with major tourist centers in the country and the region.
4 key solution groupsbreakthrough
To realize the aspiration for development, Comrade Ngo Duc Kien proposed four groups of solutions:
The firstWith tourism as its breakthrough sector, Cua Lo, implementing Resolution No. 36-NQ/TW on the marine economic strategy, has identified the development of marine tourism as its cornerstone. It proposes that the province issue specific mechanisms and policies to encourage investment, develop new tourism products, apply digital transformation in promotion, exploit the traditional cultural values of the fishing village, and create a unique identity. In particular, in the first quarter of 2026, a new phase of tourism development plans will be developed, aiming towards the planning of a National Coastal Tourism Area in Nghe An and hosting the National Tourism Year.
Monday,Integrated planning and infrastructure. Review and expedite the progress of licensed projects; revoke "stalled" projects to allocate land to capable investors. Develop large-scale, high-quality resorts and tourism products that are competitive; invest in modern urban infrastructure, a clean, beautiful, and safe environment, meeting the requirements of sustainable development.
Tuesday,Build a strong brand and promote Cua Lo aggressively. Position Cua Lo as a "green, clean, beautiful, safe, and friendly" destination. Intensify communication on digital platforms and organize large-scale cultural, sports, and tourism events. Simultaneously, link tourism development with marine environmental protection, exploit the value of folk festivals, the worship of the Whale God, and boat racing festivals to create unique and attractive tourism products for both domestic and international tourists.
Wednesday,Developing high-quality human resources for tourism. Recognizing human resources as a key factor, Cua Lo focuses on training in cultural etiquette, foreign languages, professional skills, and management. It collaborates with training institutions to cultivate a professional workforce; launches the "Hospitable and Civilized People of Cua Lo" movement; and encourages businesses to proactively train and improve management capabilities towards service digitalization, enhancing management skills, and gradually integrating into the international market.
With a strong desire for development, Comrade Ngo Duc Kien affirmed: In the new term, the Party Committee of Cua Lo ward has identified the development of a civilized and modern coastal tourism urban area as one of the three important breakthroughs. With the attention and guidance of the Provincial Party Committee, the Provincial People's Council, and the Provincial People's Committee, the support of departments and agencies, and the consensus and high determination of the people, Cua Lo tourism will certainly experience strong and sustainable development, affirming Cua Lo's position on the national tourism map and making increasingly significant contributions to the overall development of Nghe An province.