The decision to merge Binh Duong and Ba Ria-Vung Tau provinces into HCMC to form an economic supercenter for Vietnam reflects a bold and visionary move by the nation’s leaders For HCMC to truly thrive, realize its full potential, and fulfill its role as a leading force, it must adopt a long-term, ambitious, and feasible strategic vision. This vision must transcend administrative boundaries and firmly position HCMC at the heart of the national economic development strategy. To this end, this article proposes the “One Center – Three Corridors” vision as a blueprint for HCMC’s future growth. Positioning HCMC in the national strategy The goal of transforming Vietnam into a developed, high-income country by 2045 is an ambitious national aspiration. On this journey, HCMC must take a pioneering role, serving as the principal growth engine and the key gateway connecting Vietnam to regional and global economies. In the era of globalization, a nation’s competitiveness is increasingly defined by the strength of its megacities. HCMC has the qualities and potential to stand alongside Asia’s leading urban centers as a formidable competitor. In a world marked by multipolarity and intense strategic competition, positioning Vietnam as a dynamic “buffer zone” and a reliable hub […]