In February, Lao Cai Provincial People's Committee issued over 1,000 documents to focus on directing the implementation of socio-economic development tasks and solutions, local budget estimates and provincial budget allocation for 2026 according to the Decisions of the Prime Minister, central ministries and sectors and Resolutions of the Provincial People's Council.
At the same time, deploying tasks related to the election of National Assembly deputies of the 16th term, and People's Council deputies at all levels for the 2026-2031 term.
Regarding the implementation results, in February, the production situation of agriculture, forestry and fishery was relatively favorable and stable. Localities continued to care for and harvest winter crops, and deployed the 2026 Spring crop production plan to ensure timeliness.
The area of rice cultivated is estimated at over 11,000 hectares, equal to 74.5% compared to the same period. Concentrated afforestation is estimated at over 2,500 hectares, equal to 18% of the annual plan. The total livestock herd is estimated at over 1.4 million heads, reaching 97% of the plan.
The index of industrial production (IIP) in the first 2 months of the year increased by 14.5% compared to the same period. The value of industrial production in the first 2 months is estimated at over 9,800 billion VND, total development investment capital is estimated at over 11,600 billion VND.
Trade and service activities in February increased sharply, market supply and demand were ensured to be balanced. Total retail sales and service revenue in 2 months are estimated at over 15,000 billion VND, an increase of 3.4% compared to the same period.
The total value of import and export, trading, and exchange of goods through border gates in Lao Cai province in 2 months is estimated at over 445 million USD, an increase of 10% compared to the same period in 2025.
Regarding tourism, cultural, festival, sports and art programs during the Binh Ngo Lunar New Year 2026 are organized richly and diversely, imbued with national identity, creating a joyful and exciting atmosphere for people and tourists.
In 2 months, the number of tourists to Lao Cai reached over 2.4 million. Total revenue from tourism activities in 2 months is estimated at over 8,700 billion VND.
State budget revenue collection in the area is maintained stably and tends to increase compared to the same period in 2025. Total state budget revenue in the area in 2 months is estimated at over 3,400 billion VND; Total local budget expenditure reached over 3,200 billion VND.
Notably, from the beginning of the year to now, new registration certificates have been issued to 282 enterprises, with total registered capital estimated at over 2,500 billion VND.
Lao Cai province is also promoting the implementation of policies to support job creation and job creation for people. In 2 months, jobs have been created for over 3,500 workers; transferring 955 workers from agriculture to non-agriculture.
Regarding support for building houses for households damaged by natural disasters and households arising outside the Project on eliminating temporary and dilapidated houses in the area, to date, the whole province has supported the construction of 1,193/1,193 houses damaged by natural disasters and storms in 2025. Supported the construction of 414/416 houses arising outside the province's Project on eliminating temporary and dilapidated houses.
According to assessments, the socio-economic situation in the province continues to achieve important results. The direction and administration of all levels and sectors are implemented drastically, focusing on implementing resolutions and development plans associated with the goal of double-digit growth.
Social security policies, taking care of people's lives, especially during Tet, are implemented promptly and fully. National defense, security, social order and safety are maintained, contributing to creating a stable environment for socio-economic development.
