The Roles of International Sea Ports in Economic and Social Development in Asia and Vietnam

Abstract

Vietnam and Asia region expanded good and products exchanging via sea routes with the increasing roles of sea ports. By using mainly qualitative analysis, inductive and synthesis method, this study will investigate the roles of sea ports in Asia region including Vietnam. Sea ports has showed their important roles in import-export activities for the nation. Moreover, they function as trade centre, economic centre and distribution centre for the nation and the region, which contribute much for community development.