POLICY ON DEVELOPING THE AN HOA-NONG SON INDUSTRIAL ZONE OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM (1963-1972)

This study examines the policy of developing the A Hoa–Nong Son Industrial Zone under the Republic of Vietnam government during 1963–1972. Using archival sources from the National Archives Center II, the research applies historical and analytical methods to investigate the objectives, implementation, and outcomes of this industrialization effort. The government aimed to establish a chemical and energy hub to support agriculture and regional development. However, dependence on foreign loans and the wartime context limited effectiveness, leading to the zone’s closure in 1972. The case provides insights into the challenges of industrial policy in South Vietnam and offers lessons for current industrial park development in the Central region.