Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh appreciated JBIC's support in policy dialogue, as well as its provision of numerous loans to promote Japanese investment in Vietnam through key infrastructure and energy projects.
Indonesia's Cheap Food Movement (GPM) programme focuses on stabilising consumer-level prices for essential commodities like rice, cooking oil, and bird's eye chilis, offering them at prices within the government's retail price ceiling.
Indonesian authorities affirmed that they will continue to ensure an adequate food supply across the country, especially when Ramadan Month and Eid al-Fitr 1445 Hijriah are approaching.
Vietnam’s economy has made good recovery since the beginning of this year; however, inflation risks could weight on the country’s growth outlook, according to experts.
The General Department of State Reserves (GDSR) has proactively worked to keep the inventory at a reasonable level to quickly and effectively respond to every unexpected or urgent circumstances.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has maintained its favorable economic outlook for Vietnam as it forecasts the country's gross domestic product to expand 6.5% in 2022 and 6.7% in 2023, based on the update of its flagship economic report released on September 21.
Many people in Ho Chi Minh City have been in fear of food shortages over recent days, since COVID-19 triggered the closure of wholesale markets which were linked to a growing number of infections. The city’s Department of Industry and Trade therefore identified a number of solutions to guarantee sufficient supply of essential items for local residents.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of Industry and Trade said it has plans to ensure uninterrupted supply of essential goods to meet consumer demand though all three of the city's largest wholesale markets have been closed.
Vietnam always stands side by side and supports Cuba to further promote the Caribbean country’s socio-economic development for peace and prosperity in the region and the world, said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.