Ho Chi Minh City wishes to enhance cooperation with the Netherlands in the fields green ports, smart airports, and digital logistics centers, according to Vice Chairman of the municipal People's Committee Bui Xuan Cuong.
Addressing a seminar titled "Sustainable Development of Seaports and Airports", held in HCM City by the Consulate General of the Netherlands on November 12, Mr. Cuong noted that the city is a leading locality in the country in terms of cooperation with the Netherlands.
The trade turnover between HCM City and the Netherlands in the first half of 2025 reached $2.4 billion, with the Netherlands being the largest EU investor in the city, with total registered investment capital estimated at nearly $5.5 billion.
The city is committed to continuing to create a transparent and favorable investment environment, promoting digital transformation and green growth, while expanding public-private partnerships (PPP) to attract investment in the city's port, aviation, and logistics infrastructure, he said.
Dutch Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, Ms. Aukje de Vries, stated that the seminar aimed to share ideas, learn from each other, and find new directions to enhance logistics and trade cooperation between the two countries.
The minister pledged that the Netherlands, with its leading expertise in smart ports, digital logistics, and green aviation, is ready to accompany Vietnam. When Dutch expertise combines with Vietnam's dynamic spirit, the two sides can build a sustainable supply chain and modern logistics, moving towards a smarter and greener direction, she said.
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