YBO - Following directives from the Ministry of Justice and the Provincial People's Committee, Yen Bai Province has successfully completed 100% of the digitalization of civil registration data, encompassing 650,094 records of various types, ten days ahead of schedule.

YBO - To expedite land clearance and resettlement efforts for the 500kV transmission line project from Lao Cai to Vinh Yen (Vinh Phuc), the People's Committee of Yen Binh District has established a specialized Council and Task Force. These teams are responsible for conducting inspections, preparing compensation plans, and facilitating resettlement for the project.

YBO - In 2024, the Asia Injury Prevention Foundation (AIP Foundation) collaborated with the Provincial Traffic Safety Committee and sponsors to implement 5 traffic safety projects in Yen Bai Province, with a total mobilized funding of over 4.1 billion VND.

Currently, Yen Bai Province is home to 37 active foreign direct investment (FDI) projects, with a total registered capital of $420.7 million, equivalent to approximately VND 10,109 billion, from 11 countries and territories.

In 2024, Yen Bai province has focused on intensifying cultural diplomacy to promote its tourism, land, and people to both domestic and international visitors.

In 2024, the highland district of Mu Cang Chai (Yen Bai) planted an additional 41.8 hectares of medicinal plants, bringing the district’s total cultivation area to over 2,602 hectares.

Digital infrastructure is considered a critical determinant in achieving comprehensive digital transformation.

In 2024, Yen Binh District exceeded its employment goals, training 3,148 workers in vocational skills, achieving 131.17% of the provincial target and 125.9% of the district's plan. The number of new jobs created reached 130.18% of the provincial target, or 100.27% of the district’s plan. The rate of workers receiving vocational training reached 126.14% of the provincial target and 105.7% of the district's target, showing a 5.7% increase compared to 2023.

To showcase, promote, and connect the distribution of its signature products, Yen Bai Province has implemented various digital technology solutions in production and distribution processes. These efforts aim to improve the quality, efficiency, and competitiveness of local products while advertising and introducing agricultural products, OCOP items, and regional specialties on e-commerce platforms, contributing to the development of the province’s digital economy.

Yen Bai Province currently operates 20 points for the introduction and sale of OCOP (One Commune, One Product) items, showcasing 260 certified OCOP products rated three stars or higher. These sales points are distributed across most districts, towns, and cities in the province, with the highest concentration located in Yen Bai City, Van Yen District, and Nghia Lo Town.

According to the self-assessment results for 2024’s digital transformation indicators, Yen Bai City has successfully completed all 38 sub-indicators under six primary Digital Transformation indices, achieving a score of 909.9 out of 1,000 points.

In 2024, Yen Bai's tourism sector is expected to attract 2,150,000 visitors, reaching 26.4% of its annual plan and marking a 3% increase compared to the same period last year. Among them, international visitors are estimated at 270,000, achieving 90% of the target. Tourism revenue is projected at 1,790 billion VND, exceeding the plan by 19.3% and increasing by 4% year-on-year.

Since the beginning of the year, the Yen Bai Provincial Branch of the Vietnam Bank for Social Policies has implemented preferential credit programs for poor households, near-poor households, and social policy beneficiaries, with a total outstanding loan balance reaching VND 5,327 billion.

In 2024, Yen Bai province implemented 45 projects and non-project aid initiatives with a total committed funding value of $12,816,342 from various programs and projects.

Yen Bai Province will organize various activities to mark this special occasion and create a joyful and exciting atmosphere to welcome the glorious Party, celebrate the Lunar New Year of At Ty (The Snake) 2025, and embrace the country's and homeland's renewal.

Following Typhoon No. 3 (Yagi), international organizations and foreign non-governmental organizations have provided over 140 billion VND to assist Yen Bai Province in overcoming the damages caused by the storm.

In 2024, the export value of Yen Bai province is estimated to reach $423 million, an increase of 19.3% compared to the same period last year, achieving 100.8% of the annual plan.

In recent years, Yen Bai Province has prioritized fostering comprehensive development in its residents, emphasizing morality, intellect, physical well-being, and aesthetics. This initiative aims to cultivate individuals who are not only knowledgeable but also possess virtue, health, and a resilient spirit.

Recently, the Yen Bai Department of Industry and Trade organized the program "Online Shopping Day and OCOP Product Showcase to Promote Digital Economy Development in 2024."

YBO - To date, 100% of OCOP products in Yen Bai Province have been listed on the province's e-commerce platforms and some other domestic e-commerce platforms, with 600 products listed on the provincial platform.

YBO - To date, the Provincial People's Committee has considered and approved support for the establishment of 102 cooperatives (HTX) with a total support budget of 1.8 billion VND.

YBO - The Yen Bai Provincial People’s Committee has issued Decision No. 2502/QĐ-UBND, announcing new and abolished administrative procedures in preventive healthcare under the authority of the provincial Department of Health. The decision takes effect on December 15, 2024.

YBO - From 2016 to the present, Yen Bai Province has carried out more than 200 provincial-level scientific projects across six key fields.

YBO - In implementing the task of converting personal tax codes (PTC) to align with personal identification numbers, as of early November 2024, Yen Bai province has reviewed and standardized 89,665 out of 118,516 PTCs, achieving a rate of 75.66%. Of these, 64,122 PTCs were found to match correctly, accounting for 54.1%.

YBO - In recent years, Van Chan District has prioritized the preservation and promotion of the rich cultural traditions of its ethnic minority communities. Notably, resources from Project 6, titled “Preserving and Promoting the Values of Traditional Cultural Heritage of Ethnic Minorities in Conjunction with Tourism Development,” under the National Target Program for Socio-Economic Development in Ethnic Minority and Mountainous Areas, have provided significant momentum for effectively preserving and enhancing traditional cultural values in a meaningful and far-reaching manner.