KHÁNH HÒA — Extensive research was needed for sustainable development to eradicate poverty and ensure food, energy and water security. Experts made the statement at the closing session of the Asian-Europe Meeting (ASEM) yesterday in the central province of Khánh Hòa. The two-day conference focused on important topics such as the overarching development of the Fourth Industrial Revolution 4.0, the experience and practice of achieving the goal of “leaving no one behind” and strengthening co-operation between the two continents on socio-economic development. The conference emphasised that Agenda 2030 for sustainable development and the Paris Agreement on climate change were global frameworks to address the core issues of development. They created a new driving force for economic restructuring, promoting green economy and enhancing self-reliance among people, communities and nations. Experiences … [Read more...] about Asia, Europe to promote socio-economic development
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ASEM talks inclusive socio-economic development in Khanh Hoa
At the event (Photo: VNA) Khanh Hoa (VNA) – The Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) conference on promoting inclusive socio-economic development in Asia and Europe opened a conference in the central province of Khanh Hoa on May 16, attracting over 180 delegates from 53 ASEM member states, regional and international organisations. Co-hosted by the Foreign Ministry; the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs; the Ministry of Planning and Investment; and the provincial People’s Committee, the event aims to realise Vietnam’s initiatives adopted at the 12th ASEM Summit in Brussels in October last year. Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Doan Mau Diep affirmed that the Vietnamese Government has carried out a sustainable development strategy through ensuring economic growth in tandem with social progress and justice, as well as strengthening the social welfare system for all citizens. Deputy Foreign Minister … [Read more...] about ASEM talks inclusive socio-economic development in Khanh Hoa
Scientists talk socio-economic development strategy
Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc speaks at a meeting of the subcommittee on socio-economic affairs of the 13th National Party Congress in Hà Nội yesterday.— VNA/VNS Photo Thống Nhất HÀ NỘI — Scientists discussed Việt Nam’s socio-economic development strategy for 2021-30 with a vision towards 2045 during a meeting with the subcommittee on socio-economic affairs of the 13th National Party Congress in Hà Nội yesterday. Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc, head of the subcommittee, asked scientists to look into the national economic situation, along with challenges facing the country, focusing on limitations of the old growth model. Associate Prof. Dr. Bùi Quang Tuấn, Director of the Việt Nam Institute of Economics, pointed out that the economic growth target of 7 per cent set for 2011-20 has yet to be fulfilled. Between 2011 and 2018, growth mainly relied on capital, he said, … [Read more...] about Scientists talk socio-economic development strategy
Workshop spotlights IP role in socio-economic development
Illustrative image (Source: internet) Hanoi (VNA) - A workshop on the role of intellectual property (IP) in promoting socio-economic development was jointly held by the Ministry of Science and Technology and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Hanoi on May 9. The event aims to bring intellectual property-related issues into policies and activities of sectors and socio-economic fields. Participants highlighted the role played by IP in the development of industry, agriculture, culture, health, and education sectors. They agreed that IP contributes to building orientations, targets, missions and measures, thus serving as a tool for realising development objectives of sectors, localities and the nation. The workshop discussed ways to bring contents concerning IP into socio-economic development polices amid the 4th industrial revolution, towards determining the role of ministries and sectors in integrating and developing IP issues in sectoral development policies, … [Read more...] about Workshop spotlights IP role in socio-economic development
Coal industry urged to provide enough coal for economic development
Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung speaks at the conference (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnam National Coal-Mineral Industries Holding Corp., Ltd., (Vinacomin) needs to live up to its main duty of coal supply to serve the country’s socio-economic development, said Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung at a conference in Hanoi on January 9. He pointed out that the demand for coal has increased, especially for electricity production. It is estimated that Vietnam needs 58 million tonnes of coal for electricity generation in 2019, 90 million tonnes in 2025 and 130 million tonnes in 2030, he said. According to the Deputy PM, although the group faces many difficulties in production, it still strives to create breakthroughs in improving the quality of coal through renovating production technology and promoting mechanisation. It has also paid attention to protecting the environment and saving human resources. Dung stressed the need for Vinacomin to continue … [Read more...] about Coal industry urged to provide enough coal for economic development