Hong proposed JICA support Can Tho in important areas that the Mekong Deltacity needs.
The city hopes JICA toconduct the component of purchasing medical equipment for the Can Tho hearthospital with 200 patient beds.
On investment promotion, the city calls for non-governmental aid projects inthe fields of environmental protection and health care.
Chief Representative of JICA in Vietnam Shimizu Akira said JICA wishesto further promote existing cooperation and diversify fields of collaboration withthe city, especially in the context that numerous Japanese firms want to investin Vietnam.
He said JICA is discussing with management agencies as well asits officials in charge of health on the project providing equipment for theCan Tho heart hospital.
Can Tho is strong incertain areas such as high-tech agricultural production and aquaculture, hesaid, adding JICA will provide possible support in fields it is in charge.
In the coming time, JICAwill pilot a small-scale project on waste classification at source, and it wishesto receive support and cooperation from the municipal Department of NaturalResources and Environment to carry out the project. The project’s survey willbe conducted in two weeks from April 12./.
VNA