(HBO) – As of September 30, the branch of the Vietnam Bank for Social Policies (VBSP) in Hoa Binh province had disbursed more than 3,400 loans worth 212.3 billion VND (over 8.5 million USD) for socio-economic recovery and development under the Government’s Resolution 11/NQ-CP.
In particular, the lending programme for job creation,
maintenance, and expanson saw 100 billion VND (fulfilling the target) disbursed
for more than 2,000 borrowers, and the lending programme for social housing
over 101 billion VND for 309 borrowers. About 9.8 billion VND (nearly 90% of
the target) was lent out to more than 1,000 disadvantaged students to buy
computers and other devices for online learning. A total of 1.24 billion VND
was also allocated for 15 non-public kindergartens and primary schools affected
by the COVID-19 pandemic.
However, funding hasn’t been disbursed for the
national target programme on socio-economic development in ethnic minority and
mountainous areas. The borrowing demand under this programme is 153.2 billion
VND.
The VBSP branch said the credit programmes under
the Government’s Resolution 11/NQ-CP have been carried out effectively, adding
that they are meaningful to helping with social security and socio-economic
recovery and development after the pandemic./.
The provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development on November 20 coordinated with Hai Dang Group Hoa Binh Seafood Company Limited to release 1.5 tonnes of fries into Hoa Binh Lake to regenerate aquatic resources, with a total value of 266 million VND (10,460 USD).
On the afternoon of November 16, Nguyen Phi Long, alternate member of the Party Central Committee and Secretary of the provincial Party Committee, held a reception for a delegation from the Indian Embassy led by Ambassador Sandeep Arya. The delegation included the chairperson of the Indian Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam, embassy personnel, and Indian businesses operating in Vietnam. Accompanying Long at the meeting were leaders of the provincial People's Committee and representatives from various departments and sectors.
Hoa Binh province hosted the "Meet India 2024" conference on November 16, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral economic ties between Vietnam and India.
In recent times, with its core role in building and fostering great national unity, Cao Phong district's Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee has actively carried out its responsibilities and front work, and closely collaborated with member organisations to encourage locals to implement the Party’s guidelines, and the State’s policies and laws. At the same time, it has worked to promote the dynamism, creativity, and contributions of officials, Party members, and local people to help the district develop further.
From a type of bulb used as a seasoning for daily meals, thanks to the efforts of local authorities and farmers, shallots have become a commercial crop in Yen Thuy district, contributing to promoting the transformation of crop structure in agricultural production, bringing higher incomes to locals.
