PM urges stronger implementation of special mechanisms for HCM City
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired the second meeting of the steering committee for the implementation of the National Assembly’s resolution on piloting special mechanisms and policies for the development of Ho Chi Minh City.
PM Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the meeting (Photo: VNA)
HCMCity (VNA) - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired the second meeting of the steering committee for the implementation of 𓂃the National Assembly’s resolutionon piloting special mechanisms a🐬nd policies for the development of Ho Chi Minh City.
Issued onJune 24, 2023, Resolution 98/2023/QH15 stipulates mechanisms and policies designed specifically for the city in investmentmanagement, State finance and budget, urban governance, natural resources and environment, priority fields calling for strategic investors, sci-tech,innovation, and the administrative apparatus of both Ho Chi Minh City and ThuDuc city. PM Chinh hailed themunicipal Party organisation, authorities and people for their tireless effortsin fulfilling 2023 political tasks with important results. Its socio-economic landscapeexhibited robust month-on-month and quarter-on-quarter growth, surpassing the growth rate in 2022. He noted that the city has completed 10 out of the 22 assigned tasks linked to the resolution, but stressed that thereexists a noticeable gap between the current pace and the Government and thecity's expectations.
Ministries, agenciesand Ho Chi Minh City need specialised units and personnel with responsibility,qualification and passion to dedicate more time and effort to theimplementation of the resolution, he urged.
The PM assigned specific tasks to his deputies and ministrieﷺs to accelerate the resolution's implementation, with DeputyPM Tran Luu Quang tasked with directing the drafting of aGovernment decree on the decentralisation of State management incerta🎀in sectors to the city, an imperative step slated for completion this month.
Deputy PM TranHong Ha was required to direct the formulation of a decree on mechanisms and policies to facilitate rooftop solar power installationin administrative agencies and public service units, with a tight deadline setfor the second quarter. Specific tasks pertainingto expressway projects were also assigned to Deputy PMs Ha and Le Minh Khai. The municipal People's Committee was told to urgently research and propose an overall investment scheme for urban railway infrastructure. Chairman of the committee Phan Van Mai said the city will submit the scheme in Q1. As the Lunar NewYear (Tet) approaches, the Government leader reminded the municipal authorities to ensure ahappy, safe and warm Tet for every citizen./.
Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Phan Van Mai received representatives from international organisations and investors on January 24 within the framework of the investment conference for HCM City’s green growth jointly held by the committee and the World Bank (WB).
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Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
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General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
PM Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the meeting (Photo: VNA) 
