Danish Crown Prince visits Hai Phong to boost energy cooperation
Hai Phong (VNA) – Crown Prince of Denmark Frederik and a delegation of Danish businesses are visiting the northern port
city of Hai Phong to boost cooperation in renewable energy development and
effective use of energy.
During a reception for the Danish guests on November 2, Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Van
Tung introduced the city’s potential and strengths, saying that the city has
made considerable strides in socio-economic development, national defence-security, external
affairs and transport infrastructure, making it attractive to FDI flows.
He believed that the visit
to the city will contribute to tightening Vietnam-Denmark comprehensive
partnership, thus opening up new cooperation opportunities between Hai Phong
and Danish partners and laying a foundation for their practical cooperation
in the future.
Frederik, for his part,
affirmed that Denmark always regards Vietnam as a bilateral partner and an
increasingly important player in global efforts against climate change.
He attended a trade and
investment promotion event between Denmark and Hai Phong in offshore wind
power, an offshore wind power simulation for children at Doi Rong international
tourist area, visited Hai Phong Port and industrial zones where offshore wind
power is to be used in the future.
During the event, Tung said with favourable geographical location, a 125km
coastline and synchronous development of transport system, seaport
infrastructure, support industries and services, Hai Phong is well-positioned
to develop various areas, including offshore wind power.
With the goal of becoming
a modern, smart and sustainable industrial city, Hai Phong wants to seek
more solutions regarding sustainable energy to contribute to its common
development, he said./.