(HBO) – The 13th forum on cooperation and connectivity for the development of enterprises in the northern region has been jointly held in the northern province of Hoa Binh by the Vietnam Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and the provincial People’s Committee.
A view of the forum.
The forum
discussed ways for enterprises to increase connectivity, come out victorious in
the battle against COVID-19 and help fulfill the country’s dual goals.
In his remarks at
the event, Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung said the era of
the fourth Industrial
Revolution and global changes triggered by COVID-19 have opened major
opportunities for Vietnam. He expected domestic firms to change their mindset
and vision to develop a strong business community and create high-quality
products, contributing the the national economic growth.
In the face of the
COVID-19 crisis, participating leaders of ministries and governmental agencies
advised companies to adapt to the "new normal” and improve their resilience to
develop.
To help the SMEs
weather the unprecedented crisis and recover, the business representatives
proposed the ministries, agencies and local administrations to acknowledge
their role in the economy and create a fair environment for them to compete
with large corporations. They also urged for the soon implementation of the Law
on Support for SMEs and adoption of incentives in terms of land, taxation and public
administration procedures.
The enterprises
also asked for support in promoting trade internationally and seeking new
sources of supply and buyers overseas.
Chairman of the
provincial People’s Committee Bui Van Khanh briefed participants on results of Hoa Binh’s 17th Party Congress and
local socio-economic situation.
He attributed thelocal socio-economic
development to efforts of the local business community.
Hoa Binh always
welcomes investors and supports them in carrying out investment procedures, he
said, adding that the province will take measures to enhance quality of public
service delivery and provide the investors all possible conditions./.
Dao Village’s honey – a product certified with a 3-star OCOP (One Commune One Product) rating by Thong Nhat Agricultural Cooperative in Dao Village (Hoa Binh City) – is highly regarded by consumers for its quality, richness, and variety in packaging. The distinctively sweet taste of Dao Village’s honey leaves a lasting impression on anyone who has tried it.
In alignment with Project No. 07-DA/TU, issued by the Hoa Binh provincial Party Committee on November 1, 2021, Lac Thuy district has actively promoted investment and supported the sustainable development of its industrial and handicraft sectors during the 2021–2025 period. Alongside this, the district has remained committed to preserving and revitalising traditional craft villages.
Located in the northern part of Lac Thuy district, with a temperate climate and fertile soil, Phu Thanh commune has great potential and advantages in growing tea. The long-standing experience, combined with strict adherence to organic farming practices in the tea gardens, ensures that the dried tea products from Phu Thanh and Lac Thuy as a whole are sold out immediately upon production, providing a stable and prosperous life for the local people.
Amid efforts to streamline the administrative apparatus, Hoa Binh province has intensified measures to address challenges in land clearance, resettlement support, and infrastructure investment, aiming to speed up the progress of key projects.
Hoa Binh province has posted an unprecedented economic growth rate of 12.76% in the first quarter of 2025, marking its highest quarterly performance to date and positioning it as the second fastest-growing locality in the country, trailing only Bac Giang province.
Under current regulations, products in the One Commune – One Product (OCOP) programme that are rated three stars or higher must undergo re-evaluation every three months. However, in reality, some of these products fail to consistently meet the required standards, raising concerns about the sustainability of their OCOP certification. This underscores the urgent need for producers to enhance product quality and gradually develop their OCOP products into strong, marketable brands.