Moscow (VNA) - A delegation from the northern province of Thai Binh, led by Chairman of the provincial People’s Council Nguyen Tien Thanh, on October 10 met with representatives of the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry, along with several Russian businesses.
Thanh emphasised the long-standing friendship between Vietnam and Russia, suggesting them enhance cooperation and investment. He also highlighted Thai Binh's economic development and strengths, saying its economic structure has shifted from agriculture to industrial production that now accounts for 42% of the local economy.
The official pointed to potential collaboration in health care, digital transformation, urban development and management, and industry. According to Thanh, Thai Binh has strengths in agricultural processing and consumer goods production, which can meet the huge demands of Moscow.
Chamber Chairman Vladimir Platonov affirmed support for cooperation between agencies and businesses of the two sides, noting Moscow's expertise in urban management.
Earlier, the Vietnamese delegation met with officials in St. Petersburg to explore bilateral cooperation and investment opportunities. St. Petersburg authorities suggested the establishment of cooperative ties between medical universities in the two localities./.
