Permanent Deputy PM: WB is VN’s credible partner
VGP – Việt Nam always shows its respect for valuable supports from the World Bank (WB) which have proved to be a very useful source for the country to cope with economic recession and climate change, said Permanent Deputy PM Nguyễn Sinh Hùng.
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Deputy PM Nguyễn Sinh Hùng (R) receives WB Country Director in Việt Nam Victoria Kwakwa, Hà Nội, September 14, 2009 - Photo: VGP |
During a reception given to Ms. Victoria Kwakwa, WB Country Director in Việt Nam, on Monday in Hà Nội, Deputy PM Nguyễn Sinh Hùng assured that Việt Nam would map out specific programs to disburse the US $1.3 million credit financed by the bank by 2010.
The Deputy PM also added that Việt Nam wants to seek further supports and advices from the bank to boost up its economic development, ensure social security, and tackle climate change and sea-level rise.
Ms. Victoria Kwakwa lauded the fine and close ties between Việt Nam and the World Bank, congratulating the country’s achievements in coping with the global economic downturn. Việt Nam’s positive growth rate is significantly encouraging, said Ms. Kwakwa.
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Deputy PM Nguyễn Sinh Hùng and WB Country Director in Việt Nam Victoria Kwakwa, Hà Nội, September 14, 2009 - Photo: VGP |
She also suggested the country pursue good management programs, put forth other stimulus packages, encourage effective public investment projects, and provide further assistance for the most vulnerable groups amidst the crisis period.
She took the occasion to underline the WB’s intention to offer Việt Nam with further assistance in energy development and public finance.
By Kim Anh
