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Vietnam upgrades Phu Quoc airport infrastructure ahead of APEC 2027
Vietnam's Ministry of Construction has greenlit a revised master plan for Phu Quoc International Airport to accommodate the APEC Economic Leaders' Week in 2027. The upgrades aim to enhance security, safety and operational capacity at the island destination.
LSN Vietnam ·
The Ministry of Construction has approved modifications to Phu Quoc International Airport's development roadmap spanning 2021–2030, with projections extending through 2050, according to planning documents released this week. The revisions specifically target infrastructure enhancements needed to host APEC Economic Leaders' Week 2027, a marquee regional summit expected to draw senior government officials and delegations from across the Asia-Pacific.
The adjusted plan incorporates additional facilities and operational upgrades designed to bolster airport security protocols, strengthen safety systems, and improve organizational capacity for the high-profile international event. The changes reflect Vietnam's commitment to positioning Phu Quoc as a world-class regional aviation hub capable of managing large-scale diplomatic gatherings.
Phu Quoc International Airport, located on Vietnam's largest island in the Gulf of Thailand, has experienced rapid expansion in recent years as the island emerged as a premier regional tourism and business destination. The APEC hosting role marks a significant milestone, underscoring Phu Quoc's growing strategic importance within Vietnam's economic development framework.
The approved modifications align with broader government initiatives to enhance transportation infrastructure across southern Vietnam ahead of major regional summits and international forums scheduled through the end of the decade.