Nguyen Van Binh, Politburo member and head of the Party Central Committee’s Economic Commission, received CEO of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Philippe Le Houérou, who is also Vice President of the World Bank, in Hanoi on August 15.
Nguyen Van Binh, Politburo member and head of the Party Central Committee’s Economic Commission, received CEO of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Philippe Le Houérou, who is also Vice President of the World Bank, in Hanoi on August 15. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) –Nguyen Van Binh, Politburo member and head of the Party Central Committee’sEconomic Commission, received CEO of the International Finance Corporation(IFC) Philippe Le Houérou, who is also Vice President of the World Bank,in Hanoi on August 15.
Binh, who is alsoSecretary of the Party Central Committee, said Vietnam highly values the IFC’scontributions to the country’s socio-economic development by supporting theprivate sector in such spheres as infrastructure, finance-banking, informationtechnology, education and health under different forms.
Beside, the IFC hasprovided counseling services on financial access and helped Vietnam improve itsinvestment environment and competitiveness, Binh added.
For his part, Houérou laudedVietnam’s effective management policies in stabilising the macro economy,curbing inflation and promoting economic growth.
The IFC will continue to assist the country in perfecting its financial infrastructureand developing the capital market as well as renewable energy, he pledged.
The same day, Binhhosted a reception for Google Asia-Pacific President Scott Beaumont and Google Vice President for Public Policyand Government Relations for Asia-Pacific Ted Osius, who is also formerUS Ambassador to Vietnam.
He rejoiced at Google’ssuccessful operation in Vietnam, suggesting the company open an officialrepresentative office in the country in order to join hands in dealing withrelevant issues.
Speaking highly of the initiativesand programmes launched by Google in Vietnam, Binh said the Vietnamese Partyand State always create the most favourable business environment for bothdomestic and foreign enterprises, including Google.
The official noted hishope that Google will observe Vietnamese law, ensure a safe and healthy servicesupply environment, and protect legitimate rights and interests of participatingorganisations and individuals.
Beaumont stressed thatGoogle stands ready to help Vietnam participate in economic digitalisation,adding that the company aims to provide free-of-charge digital training for500,000 owners of Vietnamese small-and medium-sized enterprises in order tohelp them improve competitive edge and seek business opportunities in thedigital economy.-VNA
As many as 59 investors have agreed to run their operations in line with the Principles for Impact Management, according to the International Finance Corporation (IFC) - a member of the World Bank Group.
Google Assistant has learnt to speak Vietnamese, and the search company launched its revamped AI personal assistant in the language on May 6 that aims to help Vietnamese users across device like smart phones, speakers and smart displays.
Ho Chi Minh City hopes that the International Finance Corporation (IFC) will continue to help the city deal with challenges in urban transport, infrastructure construction and waste treatment, thus ensuring sustainable development, a local official said on August 12.
Vietnam is deeply concerned about the escalating and complex conflict in the Middle East, which poses a serious threat to the lives and safety of civilians, as well as to regional and global peace and stability.
The Vietnamese Embassy advises the Vietnamese community living, studying, and working in Israel to strictly comply with directions from the Home Front Command and local authorities.
Lawmakers are set to vote on revisions and amendments to a broad spectrum of legal frameworks and impactful resolutions during the final week of the 15th NA's 9th session.
The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs (SCOVA) has served as a bridge connecting and uniting the community with the homeland, becoming a trusted source of support for Vietnamese expats in times of hardship.
The programme to eliminate temporary and dilapidated houses has achieved notable results, with nearly 263,000 housing units addressed to date, including 225,000 houses inaugurated and 38,000 under construction. Thirty-eight provinces and cities across the nation have already fulfilled their targets.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Nguyen Van Binh, Politburo member and head of the Party Central Committee’s Economic Commission, received CEO of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Philippe Le Houérou, who is also Vice President of the World Bank, in Hanoi on August 15. (Photo: VNA) 
