Ho Chi Minh targets developing a sustainable green economy

Vietnam's economic hub, Ho Chi Minh (HCM) City, is boosting efforts to promote a sustainable green economy. Phan Thi Thang, deputy chairwoman of the HCM City People’s Committee, made the statement at the ASEAN++ business forum in HCM City discussing sustainability commitment as a key driver for growth and investment. She said that circular and green economies had become inevitable for meeting the requirements of sustainable development. She said the city targets developing a sustainable green economy by adopting science and technology and innovations and increasing labour productivity. Organized by the Department of Industry and Trade and HCM City Association for Women Executives and Entrepreneurs, the business forum was aimed at attracting foreign investment to ASEAN countries.