(VOVwprld)-Scientists and managers have gathered in Hanoi to discuss the promotion of green economic development.

They highlighted measures to address environmental pollution and bio-diversity depletion and awareness raising for businesses and young people. Guest speakers introduced models in green development, especially in the protection of natural resources, poverty reduction and sustainable growth. Economist Pham Chi Lan was speaking at the workshop:“We need to promote green economic development, particularly environmental criteria in growth. Energy saving is very important in the protection of environment and  economic growth.”