Note that this region has many natural resources which are exploited by both national and international companies. Efforts to reduce exploitation of these diminishing resources have been successfully initiated in recent years.

Economy of Hue

Hue has been attracting investors from all around the world. The city’s economy is based mainly on commerce, services, and international transactions. The food industry is also an important part of its economic growth through the cultivation of rice, sugarcane, cassava, groundnuts, etc., as well as livestock, fisheries, and forestry.

Other sectors such as cement, minerals, processing, handicrafts, tourism, clothing, and beer production also contribute to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) which grew by 7.4% by mid-2017.

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Some of Hue’s natural resources are peat, iron, titanium, zinc, gold, phosphate, limestone, and granite.

Economic zones in Hue

The province is divided into eight economic zones specialized in particular fields. Zone 1 (Chan May-Lang Co) is especially concerned with the development and port logistics, tourism, and high-tech industries. Zone 2 (Phu Bai) specializes in processing, machinery, fibre, electronics, computers, textiles, etc.

Zones 3 and 4 (Tu Ha and Phong Dien) are industrial areas for the construction, processing, mechanics, electronics, ceramics, and textile and shoe manufacturing. In zone 5 (Phu Da) you will find mineral treatment plants, feed for aquaculture, livestock and poultry, as well as cement production. With its numerous mines, Zone 6 (La Fils) specializes in mineral processing. Finally, zones 7 and 8 (Quang Vinh and Dot) are specialized in processing, production, and printing for the Paquet brand.

Lifestyle in Hue

If you live and work in Hue, the lifestyle that you will have is unique and pleasant. This is typically a town that you would choose because you want to avoid the hustle and bustle of a city, thus you would likely be looking for a slower pace of life, which is exactly what Hue provides.

With its beautiful Feng-Shui architecture, as well as the proximity of the river and nearby beaches, living and working in this picturesque town will not be dull. There are a variety of art galleries in the town centre, depicting the easy-going lifestyle that this area provides.

In your spare time, you can explore the Hue Citadel, the abandoned waterpark, visit nearby beaches, or take a drive to go and explore the nearby hills and mountains. Just a short drive away are Da Nang and Hoi An, perfect for weekend trips.

Find a job in Hue

To find a job in Hue, word-of-mouth can be useful if you know people in the city in your field of work. You can also search the various online boards as well as consult an English-speaking recruitment agency who will do their best to match you to a job that suits your needs.