The first Global Gateway Forum was attended by 500 delegates, including 25 presidents and heads of government, many government leaders and ministers from countries and international organizations, businesses, investment funds, etc. Photo: VGP/Minh Khoi
At the discussion session on digital connectivity, leaders of countries and international organizations assessed digital connectivity as an important solution for social development, contributing to promoting innovation and creativity. Delegates agreed that new investment resources should be prioritized for digital infrastructure development, research and development of artificial intelligence and biotechnology.
The discussion session on strengthening health systems highly appreciated the contribution of the global health sector in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. In the coming time, countries and international organizations proposed to increase investment in research and development to invent new pharmaceuticals and improve health capacity to better withstand future epidemics. On this occasion, the European Investment Bank announced a support package worth 500 million euros to improve the quality of health infrastructure in less developed countries.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha made specific proposals and requirements on how to approach and implement the equitable energy transition process at the Global Gateway Forum - Photo: VGP/Minh Khoi
In his closing remarks at the Forum, the leaders of the European Commission and partner countries continued to affirm that the Global Gateway is one of the important strategies to enhance coordination between the EU, countries and international organizations in responding to climate change, green and sustainable development.
The Global Gateway Forum achieved its goal of reviewing the implementation of nearly 90 projects within the Strategy framework, orienting and proposing new directions for investment and support packages in global infrastructure development for the period 2024-2027.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha had a working lunch with Mr. François Michel, General Director of John Cockerill Group (Belgium) - Photo: VGP/Minh Khoi
Within the framework of the Forum, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha received Mr. François Michel, General Director of John Cockerill Group (Belgium) to discuss the implementation of investment projects in Vietnam.
At the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister welcomed John Cockerill's long-term investment commitment in Vietnam in extremely important fields such as green hydrogen energy. The Deputy Prime Minister appreciated John Cockerill's urgent implementation of the Group's investment plans and proposed to closely coordinate with Vietnamese ministries and sectors during the implementation process.
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