
So far, the association has established its chapters across63 provinces and cities nationwide. Its nearly 19,000 member enterprises nowgenerate total annual revenue of over 40 billion USD, accounting for more than 10% ofthe country's GDP, and provide employment for over 5 million workers.
At the meeting, the delegates proposed that the Party andState have policies to reduce lending interest rates and facilitate firms’access to capital. It is also necessary to remove barriers and create the mostfavourable environment for the development of the business community.
Expressing her delight at the growth of the association,Xuan suggested that relevant units and organisations continue to keep a close watch on theactivities of young entrepreneurs for timely solutions to address arising difficulties and obstacles facing the group.
The leader hoped that the association will continue toleverage its achievements in the past, and reform its performance to keeppace with global and era trends and suit the country's developmentreality./.