
Mai noted his belief that Saito’s visit, which takesplace after Vietnam and Japan elevated their relationship to a ComprehensiveStrategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asia and the World, will openup more substantive, effective cooperation opportunities for the two localities.
He suggested Hyogo firms invest in banking, finance,tourism, trade, agriculture, electronics, semiconductors and new materials inHCM City, adding that the two sides also boast potential for collaboration inother spheres like high-tech medicine, in-depth diagnostics, health products, andpersonnel training.
For his part, Saito spoke highly of HCM City’sdevelopment potential, saying many Hyogo businesses want to cooperate with thesouthern metropolis and engage in its development process.
Hyogo also hopes to strengthen cooperation with the cityin such fields as personnel training, high added value production, and exchangesbetween residents, especially youths, he stressed./.