The People's Committee of the southern province of Dong Nai on March 28 held a meeting with foreign direct investment (FDI) enterprises operating in the locality to address difficulties they are facing, according to a report from the Vietnam News Agency.

The event saw the participation of representatives from over 300 FDI companies, foreign business associations and industrial infrastructure firms in the province.

Chairman of the People's Committee Vo Tan Duc said that the meeting provided an opportunity for local authorities to share information, and understand specific difficulties, thus better supporting businesses.

He said that in the coming time, Dong Nai will continue to speed up administrative reforms, improve workforce quality, and enhance infrastructure to create a favorable investment environment.

The province's strategy gives priority to attracting investments in modern technology, supporting industries, semiconductor, and environmentally friendly technologies, thus promoting sustainable industrial growth and enhancing competitiveness, he said.

To date, Dong Nai is home to over 1,700 valid FDI projects with total registered capital of nearly $36 billion from 46 countries and territories.