A delegation from Imerys Industrial Corporation (France), the foreign partner of YBB Calcium Carbonate joint Venture Company, recently met with Yen Bai provincial leaders to discuss cooperation and investment prospects.

Following the directives of the Central Government and the Provincial Party Committee on achieving an economic growth target of at least 8.2% and striving for 10.5% or higher under favorable conditions, Yen Bai province has developed a growth scenario and the necessary conditions to implement it.

YBO - Yen Bai – The movement "All People Exercise Following the Example of Great Uncle Ho" has been widely promoted among officials, public servants, and residents of Yen Bai City, leading to significant participation in regular sports and fitness activities, reaching a rate of 64%.

YBO - In 2024, Yen Bai Province's Public Service Portal ranked 8th out of 63 provinces and centrally governed cities, thanks to its strong efforts in administrative reform and the development of online public services.

Each OCOP product is not just a commodity but a symbol of the land and its people, carrying stories of cultural identity, creativity, and aspirations for growth. In Yen Bai, the “One Commune, One Product” (OCOP) program has been a significant driver in establishing local agricultural brands, enhancing value, and conquering both domestic and international markets.

Nghia Lo, a land that is famous for the diverse cultural heritage of Northwest Vietnam’s ethnic communities, is home to several nationally recognized intangible cultural heritages. These cultural assets have positioned Muong Lo – Nghia Lo as a sought-after destination for both domestic and international travelers, contributing to its growing prominence on the tourism map of Yen Bai province.

Over the years, Yen Bai has prioritized administrative reform, improving the business investment environment, and attracting investment while developing a high-quality workforce as key strategies for socio-economic development.

YBO - The People's Committee of Yen Bai Province has issued Official Document No. 394/UBND-HCC on February 4, 2025, to increase the proportion of fully online public service applications and ensure the fulfillment of targets set for 2025 and beyond.

YBO - In January 2025, Yen Bai Province's export value is estimated to reach $35.5 million, accounting for 7.1% of the annual target and representing a 115.0% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

YBO - This morning, 12th of December (the 15th day of the first lunar month, Year of the Snake 2025), thousands of locals and visitors gathered at the Nam Cuong Communal House – Temple – Pagoda Cultural and Historical Site in Nam Cuong Ward, Yen Bai City, to attend the opening ceremony of the Nam Cuong Mother Goddess Temple Festival.

In an effort to achieve the national and provincial digital transformation goals by 2025, with a vision toward 2030, Yen Bai province has been implementing synchronized solutions, with a strong focus on digital infrastructure development.

YBO - In January 2025, Yen Bai province boosted its export activities, achieving an export value of 35.5 million USD—exceeding 7% of the annual plan and reaching 115% in the same period in 2024.

This year's competition featured 54 teams with 815 athletes competing in five sports: seven-a-side men's football, men’s and women’s volleyball, badminton, Xiangqi (Chinese chess), and pickleball.

According to the organizing committee, Viet Jungle Co., Ltd. has secured the hosting rights for the Asia Trail Master Championship 2025 final, marking the first time an international trail running championship final will be officially held in Vietnam. This significant event commemorates the five-year milestone of the Mucangchai Ultra Trail and represents a major step forward for the race.

On January 16, the Yen Bai Provincial Labor Federation organized the 2025 "Tet Sum Vay" program under the theme “Tet Sum Vay – Spring of Gratitude to the Party,” aiming to encourage, support, and care for union members and workers in Luc Yen District.

YBO - In 2024, the total value of activities conducted by the Red Cross Society of Yen Bai Province exceeded 86 billion VND, benefiting 230,105 individuals.

YBO - Luc Yen District has recently have two additional communes, Dong Quan and Khanh Hoa, officially recognized by the Yen Bai Provincial People's Committee as meeting the criteria for new rural standards (Nông Thôn Mới - NTM) in 2024.

According to tradition, the Hmong community’s traditional Tet typically takes place one month before the Lunar New Year. This period marks the end of the harvest season, allowing everyone to rest after a year of hard work. Nowadays, most Hmong people celebrate the Lunar New Year alongside the rest of the nation.

Nguyen Hue High School in Yen Bai City recently hosted the career orientation and experiential event “Gen Z Confidently Owning the Future,” with the participation of Miss Vietnam Culture and Tourism 2024, Pham Thi Ngoc Thanh. She is also the CEO of Sunflower Publishing and Media Corporation. The event welcomed several distinguished guests, including successful alumni of Nguyen Hue High School.

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.