Hanoi, April 20 -- Lawmakers on April 20 showed strong support for a plan to establish Dong Nai as a centrally-run city, saying the southern locality is well-placed to become a major growth hub for both the Southeastern region and the country.

At the ongoing first session of the 16th National Assembly (NA), deputies discussed the Government's proposal, noting that Dong Nai meets all statutory criteria and holds significant potential thanks to its strategic location, robust economy, and rapidly improving infrastructure.

According to the Government proposal, Dong Nai serves as a vital gateway linking Ho Chi Minh City with the Central Highlands, the south-central coastal region and the Mekong Delta. With an increasingly modern transport ne...