At a reception for Keiji Kimura, President of Japan Conference on Overseas Development of Eco-Cities (J-CODE) on Friday, Mr. Phong said he hopes both sides will have more opportunities to work with each other in urban development, combining harmoniously Vietnam’s climate characteristics with Japan’s urban development model. Mr. Kimura said he expects to cooperate with Ho Chi Minh city in providing experience, solutions, and advanced technology to develop the city into a modern, sustainable, and environmentally-friendly urban center. … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City works with Japanese businesses in urban development
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Ho Chi Minh city, Netherlands cooperate in adapting to climate change
At the reception (Photo: VNA)Expressing his pleasure with the strong development in the Vietnam - Netherlands relationship, Mr. Nhan said that the Netherlands is one of Vietnam’s special partners, especially the strategic partnership in climate change, water management, sustainable agriculture and food safety. “In 2018, Ho Chi Minh city is willing to work with the Netherlands in carrying out cooperative activities to mark the 45th anniversary of the diplomatic relationship between the two countries,” he added. He also suggested the Netherlands accelerate the support for the city in completing flooding prevention projects, and designing components in the project on building the city into a smart city. Noting that diverse changes have been reported in the relationship between the Netherlands and Vietnam, Ms Sigrig Kaag said she believed that in 2018, the two countries would organize a wide range of cooperative activities to mark the anniversary of the diplomatic … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh city, Netherlands cooperate in adapting to climate change
Ho Chi Minh City, Netherlands enhance bilateral cooperation
The statement was made by Politburo member and Secretary of Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee Nguyen Thien Nhan, while receiving Dutch Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation Sigrid Kaag, on February 7. He emphasised that the Netherlands is one of Vietnam’s special partners, as demonstrated through the strategic partnership on climate change adaptation, water management, sustainable agriculture and food security. The Politburo member asked the Dutch side to continue supporting Ho Chi Minh City in checking and developing flood mitigation projects, as well as providing design consultants for components of smart city projects. For her part, Dutch Minister Sigrig Kaag affirmed that the Netherlands will strengthen their cooperation with the City in the fields of the country’s strengths, including water management, agriculture and aviation. On the same day, the ‘Vietnam – Netherlands business exchange’ programme was held in Ho Chi Minh City by the … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City, Netherlands enhance bilateral cooperation
Ho Chi Minh City determined to seek ways to tackle urban problems
Addressing a conference to call for investments in relocating those living along canals in the city on February 1, the municipal leader said that Ho Chi Minh City needs investment for six projects involved. Secretary of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee Nguyen Thien Nhan talks with investors at the conference. Photo: tuoitre.vn In 2018, the city will need investments for two projects that will help complete the relocation and resettlement of 20,000 households living on and along the canals by 2020. Tran Vinh Tuyen, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee pointed out that the city has faced numerous problems, such as traffic jam, flooding, environmental pollution, and climate change impacts. Particularly, the city still has over 20,000 households living on and along canals, the issue that generations of municipal authorities have tried to tackle. The resolution of the 10th municipal Party Congress set a goal of resettling the 20,000 households by … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City determined to seek ways to tackle urban problems
Solution to environmental violations sluggish at Ho Chi Minh City’s major waste treatment complex
A major waste treatment complex in Ho Chi Minh City has yet to deal with serious environmental pollution at its premise, despite a heavy fine imposed on the operator last year. In mid-2017, the Vietnam Waste Solutions Corporation, developer of the Da Phuoc Waste Treatment Complex in Binh Chanh District, was fined VND1.5 billion (US$66,079) for multiple violations of the law on environmental protection. The firm was also required to deal with the problems and reported the process to the Vietnam Environment Administration. The tasks have not been fulfilled as of Tuesday. In July 2017, the municipal Department of Natural Resources and Environment pointed out that nearly 700,000 cubic meters of wastewater was being stored within the treatment complex, posing severe threats to the nearby environment. The treatment of such large volume of liquid waste was estimated to take about a year. To resolve the issue, VWS promised that they would put a wastewater treatment plant with the … [Read more...] about Solution to environmental violations sluggish at Ho Chi Minh City’s major waste treatment complex
Ho Chi Minh City ensures clean water supply for residents
The State-owned Saigon Water Corporation (SAWACO), the city’s largest tap water supplier, said it would ensure a sufficient supply of clean water for the city’s residents during the period. The demand for water during the dry season is expected to be especially high in districts with fast-paced urbanization, such as districts 9, 12, Binh Tan, Nha Be, Hoc Mon and Binh Chanh. SAWACO has asked water companies in the city to work with the electricity sector to ensure smooth operations during the holiday and dry season. The companies and government agencies will ensure water quality, especially at the Hoa Phu pumping station (at Tan Hiep Water Company) and Hoa An pumping station (at Thu Duc Water Company). The companies have been asked to monitor water contamination and saline intrusion, and control water volume at the sources to increase water pressure, especially in areas far from the sources. Clean water treatment system being … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City ensures clean water supply for residents
Ho Chi Minh City Customs holds dialogue with US firms
Regarding post-clearance inspection, deputy chief of the department’s Management Inspection Office Nguyen Thanh Long said only firms with suspected activities and faulted goods declaration are subject to inspection, similarly to the situation in developed countries. In addition, other agencies than the customs office will also conduct inspections after customs clearance, such as checking on food safety and hygiene. At the event Long suggested firms strictly abide by legal regulations on manufacturing and trade as well as export-import in order to face less inspection. A representative from Tan My group, which imports stainless steel to produce goods for export, said while the import of stainless steel is exempt from tax, the examination and analysis procedures take as long as 6 months, thus affecting the group’s production and prestige. Nguyen Quoc Toan from the department’s Export-Import Tax Office said stainless steel is subject to special … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City Customs holds dialogue with US firms
Exotic roses enchant growers in Ho Chi Minh City
Over recent years, devotees of exotic roses have taken to growing visually striking varieties on their balconies or terraces in Ho Chi Minh City. The blossoms come in different shapes, sizes and colors and grow in bushes or as creepers. They are imported from Thailand, Japan and Europe or are grafted from different breeds by local growers. The practice provides aficionados with both a space-saving option and rewarding, novel experiences while adding colors and fragrances to their otherwise tedious balconies and terraces. On a weekend morning, Ngoc Anh, a resident in Tan Binh District, and her daughter were busy watering more than 10 pots of roses on their rooftop. The budding flowers, which she had bought from several websites, were of pinkish, yellowish and crimson shades and gave out an exquisite fragrance. Anh shared she had purchased two tubs on a trial basis for fear of climate inadaptability before germinating some other breeds. The tubs, boasting such varieties as … [Read more...] about Exotic roses enchant growers in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City eyes enhanced cooperation with EU
NDO/VNA – Secretary of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee Nguyen Thien Nhan has asked the European Union (EU) to support the city in applying the 4th Industrial Revolution’s achievements in its economic development.During a reception for a delegation of ambassadors and representatives from the EU member countries in Vietnam, on January 11, Nhan highlighted the Vietnam-EU relations and the importance of the Union and each of its members in particular for Vietnam.While briefing the guests on the city’s socio-economic development, he called on the EU member nations to invest in infrastructure development in the city, especially in the construction of its urban rail transport.The city has planned to develop six metro lines, which will need financial assistance and cooperation from the EU member states, he said, adding that the municipal authority also wants to cooperate with the EU in climate change adaptation, flooding, and education-training.He added that the … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City eyes enhanced cooperation with EU
Foreign visitor to guide the best way to explore Ho Chi Minh City
Updated at Thursday, 04 Jan 2018, 11:05 The Hanoitimes - Follow the step of a reporter from Lonelyplanet, who lives in Ho Chi Minh City for six years, tourists can find another way to saw a Saigon not busy and bustling. The grand colonial-era facade of Ho Chi Minh City's central post office © James Pham / Lonely Planet. James Pham was born in Vietnam but grew up in the US. Now, he is the freelance journalist and love writing about tourism. James comes back to Ho Chi Minh City to explore this place by a special way, including the best way to discover Saigon cuisine cultural. According to James Pham, for cheap eats… if you don't want to eat from street food stalls, you can look for the words "Com Binh Dan", which means "rice for the common people". These small restaurants offer up hot, ready-made meals for less than US$1.50. They’re all over the city, often near universities and schools. All you have to do is point to the dish you want. Otherwise, many glitzy … [Read more...] about Foreign visitor to guide the best way to explore Ho Chi Minh City