At the meeting, the leader stressed the Vietnamese Government always facilitates the investment of foreign firms, especially those from the EU that have potential and high technological capacity.

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on September 16 hosted a reception for Dutch and Belgian Ambassadors, Elsbeth Akkerman and Paul Jansen, along with EU investors.

He also highlighted all-round developments of the relations between Vietnam and Belgium and the Netherlands, saying the two countries are Vietnam’s important trade partners.

However, PM Phuc said cooperation outcomes have yet to match potential and strength of the sides.

The Dutch Ambassador expressed her impression on Vietnam’s efforts in the Covid-19 combat and economic development.

The Dutch Government backs Cai Mep Ha Logistics Centre project in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau which the EU investors are interested in, she said, adding that the Dutch Development Bank has committed 10 percent of the project investment.

For his part, Ambassador Paul Jansen said that the Belgian Corporation for International Investment will also play a role in the investment.

Once operational, the Cai Mep Ha Logistics Centre can accommodate large container ships, helping to deliver Vietnamese goods abroad, investors said, expressing their hope that the project will soon be approved.

They also committed to ensuring the progress and quality of the project, and using “green transportation methods” for sustainable development once it is given the green light.

Ba Ria-Vung Tau has approved the 1/2000 project planning scheme and located the project, and now stands ready for site clearance.

PM Phuc spoke highly of the effective cooperation between Vietnam and the two countries at multilateral and international forums such as the UN, ASEM and ASEAN-EU.

He called on the two countries, together with the EU, to raise a stronger voice in protection of the respect for law at seas and oceans, as well as the East Sea stance of Vietnam and ASEAN.

The leader said he believes that the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) will bring about great opportunities to Vietnamese and EU businesses in operation and market expansion.

He suggested the Netherlands and Belgium help Vietnam improve its capacity for the enforcement of the deal.

Bac Giang grants new investment registration certificate to 23 projects at industrial parks

(BGO) – According to the Management Board of industrial parks (MBIP) in Bac Giang province, the MBIP has granted new investment registration certificate to 23 projects, including 15 foreign direct investment (FDI) and 8 domestic investment projects with total registered capital of over 296 million USD and 273 billion VND (11.7 million USD) respectively.

Vietnamese market is large enough for ambitious investment plans

It is the message from Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc during a recent dialogue with Japanese economic groups and businesses that are interested in expanding their investment in Vietnam.

Competitiveness assessment helps improve investment and business environment in Bac Giang

(BGO) -  The People's Committee of Bac Giang province has just approved the project "Building and implementing the department and district competitiveness index (DDCI) of Bac Giang province in 2020-2025". This is a breakthrough to further improve the Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI) in the coming time. Around this issue, Bac Giang Newspaper reporters had an interview with Nguyen Cuong, Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Planning and Investment.

Businesses increase investment despite Covid-19 rebound

The number of newly-established enterprises in August still managed to increase by 1.5% month-on-month, with registered capital up by 20.7%, despite the recurrence of Covid-19 in late July.

Project helps promote Vietnam’s trade and investment policies in Thailand

The Vietnamese Embassy in Thailand on August 28 officially launched the “Window to Vietnam” project - a display area and information counter supporting Vietnam’s commercial, tourism, and investment promotion in the country.

Source: NDO/VNA