Deputy PM Trinh Dinh Dung (R) receives Managing Executive Officer and Global Head of Infrastructure and Environment Finance Group of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) Kazuhisa Yumikura (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnamese Government is ready to create all favourable conditions for businesses from Japan, and the Kyushu region in particular, to do successful business in Vietnam, Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung said. He met with Chair of the Kyushu Economy International (KEI) Yutaka Aso and members of the Kyushu-Vietnam Economic Exchange Mission in Hanoi on March 15. The Vietnamese leader expressed his delight to see the Vietnam-Japan extensive strategic partnership growing strongly, comprehensively and practically across the board with high political trust. He referred to the fact that Japan is the leading economic partners, the largest ODA provider, the second FDI investor, and the fourth bilateral trader of Vietnam. In 2017, Japan poured 9.11 … [Read more...] about Vietnam provides favourable conditions for Japanese businesses: Deputy PM
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Deputy PM: Vietnam, Russia need to further boost economic ties
Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung (R) meets with Leonid Ivanovich Kalashnikov, member of the Presidium – Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation on March 12 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam and Russian should continue making greater efforts and creating favourable conditions for the comprehensive development of bilateral economic cooperation as the recent growth has not matched their potential and expectations, said Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung. Deputy PM Dung made the suggestion at a reception in Hanoi on March 12 for Leonid Ivanovich Kalashnikov, member of the Presidium – Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, who is on a working visit to Vietnam. The Deputy PM affirmed that Vietnam has always been grateful to the former Soviet Union and the current Russian Federation for its assistance during the past struggle for national independence and … [Read more...] about Deputy PM: Vietnam, Russia need to further boost economic ties
Vietnam commits to green growth: Deputy PM
Illustrative image (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam takes the matter of saving energy and resources and protecting the environment serious, Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung said while receiving Director-General of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) Frank Rijsberman in Hanoi on January 23. Green growth is a need and a must of all nations in the world, Dung said, affirming that Vietnam is accelerating economic restructuring, and reforming its growth model in an intensive, cost-effective, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly manner. “Vietnam does not wait until being rich to care about green development,” the Deputy PM reiterated. He stressed the need for a legal framework and joint efforts of all people for green growth, adding that the work needs huge resources which are beyond affordability of developing nations. Dung acknowledged and spoke highly of the assistance the GGGI has provided for Vietnam in developing and implementing its … [Read more...] about Vietnam commits to green growth: Deputy PM
Deputy PM urges PetroVietnam to up efficiency
Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung urged the Viet Nam Oil and Gas Group (PetroVietnam) to focus on restructuring and improving business efficiency in 2018.Dung at PetroVietnam’s conference to implement 2018 tasks held on Friday appreciated the efforts of PetroVietnam to achieve higher-than-target results in 2017 despite significant impact from low oil prices in the global market.“The most difficult time of PetroVietnam is gradually over. Now, resources should be focused on restructuring the management system from the parent company to the affiliates to streamline and enhance operation and restructuring investments to prevent losses and enhance efficiency,” Dung said. “At the same time, PetroVietnam must hasten the application of industry 4.0 technologies to move towards sustainable development.”Dung asked PetroVietnam to effectively implement the oil and gas industry development strategy by 2025 with a vision to 2035.He said the government would support … [Read more...] about Deputy PM urges PetroVietnam to up efficiency
Deputy PM calls for PVN’s restructuring
Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung (C) attended PVN meeting on January 12, 2018 (Photo: VNA) He praised PVN’s efforts in achieving tasks assigned by the government despite the obstacles. Mr. Dung called on the group to restructure its management apparatus and investment to prevent loss and waste, and apply advanced technology in production and business for sustainable development. … [Read more...] about Deputy PM calls for PVN’s restructuring
Deputy PM Trinh Dinh Dung calls for more assistance from EIB
Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung has called for more support from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to Vietnam’s projects, including those in transport infrastructure, energy, climate change response and sea level rise. Flood in Bac Lieu city, the Mekong Delta province of Bac Lieu, due to high tideDung made the appeal while receiving EIB Vice President Jonathan Taylor in Hanoi on January 9.As a developing country, Vietnam has huge demands for infrastructure development, climate change adaptation, energy security and environmental protection, he said.Therefore, he noted, the country needs assistance from development partners, including EIB, suggesting Taylor work with Vietnamese ministries and agencies to soon concretise cooperation opportunities. The Deputy PM took the occasion to thank the bank for its assistance to Vietnam over the past time, particularly its financial support to urban railway projects in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. He stressed that … [Read more...] about Deputy PM Trinh Dinh Dung calls for more assistance from EIB
Deputy PM requests breakthrough in natural resources management
Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung speaks at the meeting of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment on January 8 (Photo: VNA)Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy PrimeMinister Trinh Dinh Dung asked the Ministry of Natural Resources andEnvironment to make breakthrough in management and use of land resources in2018 at the ministry’s conference in Hanoi on January 8. In his speech, he lauded the sector for itsassistance for the government in amending several policies and laws on naturalresources and environment, especially on land and environment protection. Planningand reserve assessment of natural resources and hydro-meteorological forecasthave also improved. The ministry proposed the government issueResolution No.120/NQ-CP detailing strategic and long-term solutions for thesustainable development of the Mekong Delta amid climate change, he said. He asked the sector to strengthenprotection and development of coastal protective, riverhead and special-purposeforests … [Read more...] about Deputy PM requests breakthrough in natural resources management
Deputy PM calls for Samsung’s support in training, developing auxiliary industry
Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung (R) shakes hands with General Director of Samsung Vietnam Complex, Shim Won Hwan (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac) Mr. Dung said the good relations have demonstrated the trust of high-ranking leaders of the two countries and are reflected in effective cooperation between enterprises from both sides. He called on Samsung to continue providing practical support in training and technology transfer to enable Vietnamese auxiliary industry firms to join Samsung’s value chains. Mr Hwan congratulated the Vietnamese government for achieving growth targets and stabilizing the macro-economy, saying that this is a positive sign for Vietnam and creates opportunities for foreign investors including the Samsung Vietnam Complex. … [Read more...] about Deputy PM calls for Samsung’s support in training, developing auxiliary industry
Deputy PM checks storm preparedness in Mekong Delta
Deputy PM checks storm preparedness in Mekong DeltaTrung Chanh CAN THO – Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung leading a Government team on December 25 inspected the measures taken by authorities and people in the face of an approaching typhoon called Tembin in the Mekong Delta provinces of Soc Trang, Bac Lieu, and Ca Mau. Local authorities have evacuated a million people from low-lying areas along the south coast as the typhoon was approaching after it had triggered floods and landslides in the Philippines, leaving more than 230 people dead. Tran Van Chuyen, chairman of Soc Trang Province, said as many as 667 boats have been called back to the shore safely while 167 others have come to Con Dao Island off mainland Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province to take shelter. Besides, around 27,000 local residents have been evacuated to safety. Deputy PM Dung spoke highly of Soc Trang’s measures against the storm, and demanded local authorities have contingency plans to cope with the storm in a … [Read more...] about Deputy PM checks storm preparedness in Mekong Delta
Deputy PM: Vietnamese, Russian businesses have abundant cooperative opportunities
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung said the event opens up more cooperative opportunities for Vietnamese and Russian businesses. He said Russia is an important partner with expanding commercial air routes. He said he hopes that Vietnam’s garment, footwear, agricultural, electronic, and consumer products can tap into the Russian market. The Deputy PM added that Vietnam opens its door for Russia’s energy, oil and gas development, industrial equipment, automobile manufacturing, mining, and high-tech products.He stressed that the Vietnamese government will create favourable conditions for Russian enterprises to undertake import and export activities and seek investment opportunities in the country. … [Read more...] about Deputy PM: Vietnamese, Russian businesses have abundant cooperative opportunities