Improving Competitiveness Index: Research at Vinh Phuc Province, Vietnam

Enhancing the Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI) lays the groundwork for sectors at all levels to develop and implement specific plans and solutions in their respective areas of state management. This is aimed at improving the quality of economic and social governance in the province, especially unifying the perception and actions across all sectors and levels, while also boosting the role and responsibility of leaders in agencies and units. The goal is to overcome bottlenecks, leverage strengths, and strive to position Vinh Phuc as a top 10 investment-friendly locale in Vietnam, an attractive destination for both domestic and international investors. By monitoring the 2016–2020 period, evaluating and analyzing the PCI through various indicators, assessment methods, and survey questions from VCCI addressed to businesses, we can propose solutions to enhance Vinh Phuc's provincial competitiveness in Vietnam.