Duong Tan Hien, Deputy Chairman of the municipal People's Committee, said Can Tho boasts a strong agricultural sector, with 80% of its land for farming, and is a hub for services and tourism. Last year, the city received roughly 6 million visitors, generating a revenue of 220 million USD.

Hien underscored the mutual benefits of increased agricultural cooperation between Wernigerode and Can Tho, saying that it aligns perfectly with Can Tho's strategic focus on developing its services- tourism.

The city commits all possible support for firms from Germany, particularly those from Wernigerode to do business here, he said.

Mayor Kascha said he hopes for deeper cooperation across various sectors beween the two cities.

He highlighted Germany's existing twinning relationships with Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An, which he believes provide a solid foundation for further locality-to-locality partnerships between Vietnam and Germany.

Wernigerode, like Can Tho, prioritizes tourism as a key economic driver, he said, noting the German city's extensive experience in sustainable green tourism models.