Hoa Binh province implemented 9 ODA projects

1/10/2025 - 5:22:47 PM

In 2024, Hoa Binh Province continues to strengthen its foreign affairs efforts, contributing to economic and social development as well as international integration.

The province has signed three international cooperation memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with Japan, Canada, and the Netherlands, focusing on economic, trade, and agricultural collaboration. Additionally, Hoa Binh has organized 31 international conferences and supported nine seminars to address challenges and promote development cooperation.

A key highlight in economic diplomacy is the attraction of four foreign direct investment (FDI) projects with a total capital of over 17 million USD. The province has also implemented 9 Official Development Assistance (ODA) projects valued at 5.314 trillion VND and received 12 new non-governmental aid programs and projects, with a total committed value of approximately 2.2 million USD, supporting healthcare, education, and poverty reduction.

Up to now, Hoa Binh Province has 37 programs, projects with a total committed aid value of 10.7 million USD from 16 non-governmental organizations, development cooperation agencies, and donors.

Developing the Rural Handicrafts to Improve People’s Incomes

In recent years, the development of rural handicrafts has not only helped preserve and promote the traditional values but it has also created jobs and improved incomes for the local residents.

Traditional and modern medicine integrated

By harmoniously combining traditional medicine with modern medical practices, the Hoa Binh Traditional Medicine Hospital is strengthening its role in the province’s healthcare system.

Preserving and Protecting the Craft Village of Mai Ha Rice Wine

Dao cooperative's path to professional herbal products

The Dao ethnic community in Tien Lam hamlet, Bac Phong commune, Cao Phong district is not only preserving their generations-old herbal remedies but also giving them a touch of professionalism. The Nam Ngoc Sang traditional medicine cooperative stands as a testament to this harmonious blend of ancestral knowledge and contemporary production techniques, creating quality herbal products that safeguard cultural heritage while generating tangible economic value.

Hoa Binh's youth drive meaningful change in March campaign

Every March, the spirit of volunteerism, dedication, and youthful enthusiasm surges across Vietnam. In Hoa Binh province, young people are actively taking on challenging tasks, contributing to meaningful projects, and upholding President Ho Chi Minh’s call: "where there is a need, there is youth; where there are difficulties, youth will be present."

Hoa Binh's students shine at national science and engineering fair

The National Science and Engineering Fair for secondary and high school students was held at Ton Duc Thang University in Ho Chi Minh City from March 19-21 by the Ministry of Education and Training.