In his opening remarks, PM Chinh urged localities to promptly stabilize their administrative apparatuses at all levels and focus on socio-economic development.
 Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the meeting (Photo: VOV) |
The Prime Minister said despite external pressures, Vietnam’s socio-economic performance showed positive momentum while major economic balances were ensured in June, and during the first half of the year.
According to the Ministry of Finance, the economy grew 7.31%, the highest mid-year growth rate in nearly 20 years (since 2008). Key growth-driving localities recorded high growths with Ho Chi Minh City posting a growth rate of 7.82% and Hanoi 7.63%. Quang Ngai, Hai Phong, Quang Ninh, Ninh Binh, Bac Ninh, and Phu Tho recorded double-digit growth.
Foreign direct investment reached 21 billion USD, up 32%, the highest in 15 years. Investment in socio-economic infrastructure, especially transport infrastructure, continued to receive strong attention.
He stressed the need to take coordinated measures to fulfill its set development targets and achieve a GDP growth rate of 8% or higher amid the complex global context.
“We must ensure the smooth and coordinated operation of the two-tier local government system and promptly address all administrative procedures for individuals and businesses. We must continue implementing national target programs and major projects at all levels,” said the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister urged the flexible implementation of measures to adapt to the US’s reciprocal tariffs and strongly promote new growth drivers such as the digital economy, green economy, circular economy, sharing economy, semiconductor industry, artificial intelligence, internet of things, quantum technology, biotechnology, underground and marine spaces, and outer space.
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