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In order to develop the model of innovation and creativity within the province of Long An, on September 16th, Saigon Telecommunication & Technologies Corporation (Saigontel) with the leaders National Agency for Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Development (Natec) and experts from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in a working session with Long An province.

Attending the working session, on the side of Long An province, there was Mr. Huỳnh Văn Sơn - Vice Chairman of Long An People Commitee, along with the local department and agency leaders. Representing the National Agency for Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Development, there was Mr. Phạm Hồng Quất - Director General. Alongside, there were the participation of managers from Saigon Telecommunication & Technologies Corporation and experts from the Asian Development Bank.

According to the meeting content, both sides exchanged insights and explored the current status and direction of the province regarding the development of high-quality human resources. In addition, they put forth proposals aligned with enhancing education and training, fostering high-tech and agricultural innovation to boost the local socio-economic development.

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During the meeting, Mr. Fook Yen Chong - Senior manager of Social Sector and leader of the ADB delegation, shared that ADB has previously collaborated with various Vietnamese government agencies in several areas, including provinces like Vĩnh Long, Soc Trang, and Bac Lieu. ADB's primary focus for Long An is in the Education and Social sector, specifically vocational education and training in local colleges, projects to enhance the capabilities of lecturers at these colleges, and short-term vocational training. The entrepreneurship projects supported by Saigontel and Natec, coupled with workforce development, will drive investment in high-tech sectors and create added value for businesses and Long An province, as well as neighboring provinces and, on a larger scale, all of Vietnam.

Furthermore, ADB and Saigontel are currently working together to establish a Southern Vietnam Innovation Center. Therefore, ADB representatives are keen to gain a deeper understanding of the support mechanisms for the project to gradually develop specific, long-term action plans. Given the increasingly harsh weather conditions, such as droughts and floods, innovation in high technology and agriculture is becoming critically important.

In addition, Director of the Saigontel Innovation Center - Mr. Lê Ngọc Tuấn shared that with the support from Natec and ADB for researching and developing a skilled workforce for Long An Province, Saigontel believes that meeting the demand for abundant and high-quality human resources for potential projects will help develop the coastal economic zone and industrial parks that focus on attracting high technology and renewable energy in the province.

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Speaking at the meeting, Mr. Huỳnh Văn Sơn - Vice Chairman of Long An People Commitee expressed deep appreciation for the valuable ideas, assessments, and proposals from the partners regarding industrial issues, innovation, and education and training institutions. He expressed a desire for further, more in-depth collaboration not only in the field of social and educational development but also in broader areas such as coastal economic zone development, innovation, and agriculture.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is a multilateral financial development institution with 66 members, consisting of 47 countries in the region and 19 from other parts of the world. Vietnam has been a member of ADB since 1966. ADB envisions a region free from poverty and has a mission to assist its member countries in developing and improving the living standards of their people, particularly by reducing poverty. The Asian Development Bank was established with initial capital contributions from the governments of the United States, Japan, and Western European countries. ADB primarily operates through projects, particularly in areas such as infrastructure investment, agricultural development, and providing loans for basic industries in its member countries.

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At the end of the meeting, the Saigontel delegation, along with Natec and ADB, visited Long An College to assess the current material facilities and educational infrastructure of the institution. Currently, Long An College is the only public vocational college in the province, offering training in 17 different vocational fields across 5 key areas: Industrial Electricity, Mechanical Equipment Installation, Electromechanics, Welding, and Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering.

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On September 13, 2023, the Vietnam-Japan Trade and Investment Promotion Forum 2023 was held in Tokyo. This event was organized by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI), the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan (METI), the Embassy of Vietnam in Japan, and the ASEAN-Japan Center.

In the program, from Vietnam, there is participated in of Mr. Hoàng Quang Phong - Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Mr. Trần Quốc Văn - Chairman of Hung Yen People Commitee; Mr. Nguyễn Văn Út - Chairman of Long An People Commitee; Mr. Lâm Hoàng Nghiệp - Deputy Permanent Chairman of Soc Trang People Commitee; Mr. Phạm Quang Hiếu - Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Japan. In the side of VCCI, there is Ms. Atsuko Kakihara - Vice Chairman of JMBCC-JCCI; Mr. Yoshikawa Tetsushi - Deputy Director-General in charge of Trade Policy at the Trade Policy Bureau of METI; Mr. Katsunori Nakazawa - Executive Vice President, JETRO; Mr. Hiromitsu Sho - Deputy Director, Asia-Pacific Division, Research and Analysis Group; and Mr. Yasushi Ishida - Director of Support, Research and Policy, Advocacy Team, ASEAN-Japan Centre. Moreover, representavie of Saigontel Group is Ms. Nguyễn Cẩm Phương - General manager of Saigon Telecommunication & Technologies Corporation.

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The theme of this forum aimed at promoting investment in various sectors, including infrastructure, high-tech agriculture, and supporting industries. During the forum, speakers highlighted the trends and investment needs of Japanese businesses in Vietnam in the near future. They also provided an overview of Vietnam's economy as well as specific information about the provinces of Hung Yen, Long An, and Soc Trang.

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Also within the framework of the forum, the leaders of the provinces of Long An, Soc Trang, and Hung Yen, along with Saigontel, held separate meetings with JCCI, METI, and JETRO to discuss support policies and investment opportunities for businesses from both countries.

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In the witness of VCCI, the leaders of Long An, Hung Yen, and Soc Trang provinces, Saigontel, and their partners Valley Campus Japan and Valleycampus Saigon Company Limited from Japan signed an MOU on cooperation in varios areas: (1) Training and Human Resource Development: This involves training and hands-on practical experience for learners and other stakeholders in the agriculture sector, providing highly skilled human resources that meet Japan's strict requirements in agriculture and information technology; (2) Platforms and Solutions: Implementing IoT (Internet of Things) applications in high-tech agriculture, applying Blockchain technology for source tracking, and monitoring carbon emissions; (3) Research and Deployment: Transferring technology and equipment solutions for projects in high-tech agriculture, environmental technologies, and the application of Industry 4.0 technologies in Vietnam.

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As part of the Investment Promotion in Japan in September 2023, Saigontel keep a role as the investment promotion agency of Long An province; with the connection, Saigontel successfully organized a meeting between Mr. Keiichiro Asao - Member of the Japanese Lower House and the delegation from Long An province.

On the Long An province side, the delegation was led by Mr. Nguyễn Văn Út - Chairman of Long An People Committe, along with leaders of various local departments and agencies. Accompanying the delegation was Ms. Nguyen Cam Phuong - General manager of Saigon Telecommunication & Technologies Corporation (SAIGONTEL). All meetings within the framework of the program were held at the Japanese Lower House; It is an office under National Diet Building which is a high-level government office that is not easily accessible to both Japanese citizens and Japanese businesses.

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At the meeting, both parties shared information about the current economic, educational, and infrastructure situations in their respective regions. They also discussed the directions for developing each of career. Mr. Keiichiro Asao expressed particular interest in education, which is considered a core element in a nation's development.

In the meeting, Mr. Keiichiro Asao shared his perspectives on economic and educational development: "Aiming for a society where everyone can face as many challenges as they wish (Supporting those who accept challenges and keeping the economy growing; Expanding abroad attractive Japanese products, technologies, and agricultural products; Artificial photosynthesis, etc. We will support the use of new technologies that do not yet exist in the world; Enhancing inward-focused strategies, increasing the number of tourists to Japan, and revitalizing the domestic consumption market; raising the minimum wage and reviving the economy...). Additionaly, we will support childcare and aim for a Japan filled with children's smiles (Expanding childcare support to address the population issue, which is a factor hindering economic growth; Developing a work system that allows employees to face multiple challenges even when leaving their workplace to have or raise children; Developing core cities across the country and creating an educational environment where all children can seize opportunities...).

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After the meeting with Mr. Keiichiro Asao, by Saigontel's connections, the Long An delegation worked with Japanese companies in multiple fields such as education, IoT technology, advanced agriculture technology, logistics 4.0, import and distribution of seafood, local agricultural products, etc. Different industry groups worked separately with representatives from relevant government departments to achieve the highest efficiency.

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On September 8, 2023, Dong Nai People Committee organized a signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding between the Green Infrastructure Development Alliance of SAIGONTEL and the Province. The memorandum of understanding pertains to cooperation in green growth for the entire province.

The ceremony was attended by representatives from Dong Nai Province - Mr. Nguyễn Hồng Lĩnh - Member of the Party Central Committee, Dong Nai Provincial Party Secretary; Mr. Ông Võ Tấn Đức - Chairman of Dong Nai People Commitee, along with leaders of Provincial departments and agencies. On the side of the Green Infrastructure Development Alliance of Saigontel, representatives included Saigon Telecommunication & Technologies Corporation (SAIGONTEL), Energy Capital Vietnam (ECV), Allotrope Partners Limited Liability Company (AP), and MAIUS Limited Liability Company..

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Representatives from Saigontel and Dong Nai Province signed a memorandum of understanding on green growth cooperation in Dong Nai Province.

During the ceremony, representatives of Saigontel and Dong Nai Province signed a memorandum of understanding on green growth cooperation in the province. According to the memorandum, Saigontel's Green Infrastructure Development Alliance and the province will research and analyze opportunities for reducing emissions in Đồng Nai Province; technologies and roadmaps for reducing greenhouse gas emissions; policy development; implement emission reduction plans to enhance competitiveness. Additionally; attracting green financing from foreign investors and multinational corporations to deploy technologies and solutions for emission reduction and improvement in various areas related to the tasks and solutions specified in Decision No. 888/QD-TTg (dated July 25, 2022) of the Prime Minister approving the Plan for implementing the results of the 26th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

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Member of the Party Central Committee, Provincial Party Secretary – Mr.Nguyễn Hồng Lĩnh delivered a speech at the signing ceremony.

In his speech at the signing ceremony, Mr. Nguyễn Hồng Lĩnh - Provincial Party Secretary - expressed his support for the determination of Saigontel and its partners in the Green Infrastructure Development Alliance. He mentioned that Dong Nai is a province located in the Southeast region with a large economic scale. The province covers an area of approximately 6,000 square kilometers and has a population of 3.5 million people. There are nearly 20,000 businesses operating within the province. Dong Nai is also one of the top five provinces contributing significantly to the national budget and is committed to sustainable development and the green growth goals set by the government at COP26. The province of Dong Nai fully supports the United Nations' sustainable development goals and international organizations' efforts towards green development. Additionally, the province is determined to work closely with its partners in the program to implement the COP26 commitments and hopes to achieve positive results in the near future.

During the ceremony, Mr. David Lewis, Chairman and CEO of ECV, shared the development projects to Net Zero standards that align with Dong Nai province's green growth strategy. With leading companies in carbon reduction planning, clean energy development, and green infrastructure in the United States and Europe, the Green Infrastructure Development Alliance will identify key projects, create plans for net emissions reduction, and introduce major global partners to implement the green growth initiative.

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At the ceremony, Mr. David Lewis - Chairman and CEO of Energy Capital Vietnam (ECV), shared.

Mr. Stefan Rohmer - CEO of MAIUS expressed his honor to be present at this working session. MAIUS stated that most green credit funds and financial funds from Luxembourg, Germany, and Switzerland in the field of infrastructure and logistics are eager to participate in the implementation of specific industries and projects. Additionally, the governments of these countries expressed their support for the green growth strategy and hoped to meet with provincial leaders in the near future. To attract global green investment funds, all parties need to establish a legal framework and commitments to monitor common goals.

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Mr. Stefan Rohmer - CEO of MAIUS Limited Liability Company, delivered a speech.

In addition, representatives of Allotrope Partners shared that they are currently supporting World Bank and several other organizations in implementing carbon credit projects. For Dong Nai province, Allotrope Partners will collaborate in three steps to reduce carbon emissions and achieve the set goals: (1) conduct an assessment of the current carbon emissions in Dong Nai province, (2) develop a plan and solutions to minimize emissions along with an implementation plan, and (3) execute the solutions, assess progress, and monitor results.

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On May 8, SAIGONTEL welcomed Mr. CY Huang - Founder of Southeast Asia Influence Alliance (SIA), Chairman of FCCPartner Investment Fund, and had a private meeting on the investment promotion plan for Taiwan 2023 in In the coming time to promote strategic cooperation between the two sides.

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The meeting included Ms. Nguyen Cam Phuong - General Director of Saigon Telecommunications Technology Joint Stock Company, Ms. Dang Nguyen Quynh Anh - Head of the Finance Subcommittee / Subcommittee on Development Policy of SAIGONTEL Group, along with other departments.

According to the discussion, Mr. CY Huang said that the success of the "Vietnam Investment Environment Conference 2023" took place in March in Taiwan which was a good start for the series of upcoming cooperation events; Along with that, the vision of the Innovation ecosystem will be Vietnam's strategic "selling point" this year. Mr. Huang hoped to accompany Saigontel in building up the first Innovation Center in Vietnam. In addition, Mr. Huang also expressed a desire to be created investment cooperation plans in the field of transport infrastructure, seaports, and industry.

In the afternoon of the same day, representatives of SAIGONTEL and SIA Founder - Mr. CY Huang visited the construction site of the ICT Office Building II project at Quang Trung Software Park. This is expected to be the first Innovation Zone to promote the city's goal of developing the digital economy.

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On the afternoon of May 25, at Da Nang Hi-Tech Park, the groundbreaking ceremony of Saigontel Hi-tech Factory for rent in Da Nang took place at Da Nang Hi-Tech Park - phase 1 (Lot A23, Street 10, Da Nang Hi-tech Park). Danang, Hoa Lien Commune, Hoa Vang District, Da Nang City) invested by Saigontel High-tech Development and Investment Company Limited - SGTHitech, a member of SAIGONTEL Group.

The Saigontel High-tech Factory project was promoted and started construction in the period when Da Nang city responded to the policy of continuing to promote foreign investment attraction, it identified the major of strongly developing high-tech industry and technology information technology which Da Nang Hi-tech Park was a main center.

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It is known that the project is expected to be completed and put into operation soon to provide ready-built service workshop solutions which gave quality standards for high-tech enterprises and targeted enterprises/ corporations in the high-tech fields encouraged to invest under Decree No. 99/2003/ND-CP or on the list of high-tech prioritized development in Decision No. 49/2010/QD-TTg (typically such as Information technology, communication, and computer software; Biotechnology for agriculture, fisheries, and health; Microelectronics, optoelectronics, and automation technology; New materials technology, nanotechnology; Environmental technology, new energy technology; Some other special technologies...); Recommended investment rate: 10 - 15 million USD/m2.

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Factories were invested in production in Da Nang hi-tech park which got special offers such as: Applying the tax rate of 10% for 15 years (instead of 20% like normal industrial parks); Tax exemption for 04 years and a reduction of 50% of tax payable for the next 9 years; For investment projects of VND 3,000 billion or more, the tax rate of 10% is applied for 30 years.

Up to now, Da Nang Hi-tech Park with a total area of 1,128ha has reached an overall occupancy rate of 42.31%; the production subdivision fills with 58.17% with a total of 27 projects that have been granted investment registration certificates. In which, there are typical projects such as: UAC aircraft components factory (USA); Carbon fiber 3D printing factory AREVO INC (USA); Dentium dental equipment factory (Korea); United Stated Enterprise Semiconductor Manufacturing Plant (USA); Tokyo Keiki marine hydraulic equipment factory (Japan); Factory manufacturing hydraulic parts, precision mechanical machinery for agriculture and industry Niwa Foundry (Japan); Factory manufacturing products and automation solutions for production lines Estec (Vietnam); Institute of Infrastructure Construction (ECC); Danapha pharmaceutical factory (Vietnam); QCM seafood equipment factory (Vietnam), Yamato automatic robot industrial sewing machine factory (Japan), Atom smart home appliance factory (Vietnam), Smart home appliance factory export fire fighting equipment Hatsuta (Japan); Factory producing high-tech auxiliary equipment Inaba Rubber (Vietnam); Asian Stem Cell and Tissue Research and Archive Center; Printed circuit board (PCB) and microelectronics (MEMS) factory of Vector Fabrication Inc (USA); Arevo Inc's 3D printer factory (USA)…

The project's groundbreaking ceremony marked an important turning point in the formation of a new specialized product line for the high-tech manufacturing field of Saigontel Group. Congratulations to the groundbreaking ceremony were successful, had favorable weather, and the project team was happy, safe, and convenient.

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On the morning of July 25th, 2023, Long An Province solemnly organized a Conference on the Announcement of Planning and Investment Promotion in order to promote and attract investments within the province. Up to now, Long An Province is the 10th locality nationwide and the first locality in the Southern region to have its provincial planning for the period 2021 - 2030 approved, with a vision towards 2050.

The conference was attended by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, along with the leaders of central agencies, departments, and sectors; representatives from embassies, international organizations in Vietnam; leaders of some provinces and cities within the country; leaders of business associations, enterprises, corporations, and investors from both domestic and foreign sectors. In this conference, Saigon Telecommunication & Technologies Corporation (SAIGONTEL) was recognized as one of the enterprises contributing to the realization of the vision and socio-economic development goals, enhancing the quality of life in Long An province, as well as playing a part in the overall development of the country.

Regarding the content of the provincial planning, it clearly outlines the province's viewpoints, development orientations, and goals until the end of the planning period, as well as the vision for the year 2050. The planning allocates spatial development and resource distribution for economic, social, defense, security, and environmental protection activities; presents breakthrough steps for the province's development during the planning period; aligns with the National and Mekong Delta Region Development Strategy; thereby creating new development opportunities and bringing new value to Long An province. At the conference, besides receiving information about the Long An provincial planning for the period 2021 - 2030 and the vision for 2050, participants will also have the opportunity to learn about the province's socio-economic situation. Along with this, domestic and foreign investors will grasp information about the province's policies, development orientations, and investment-attractive projects that the province is calling for.

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In his speech at the conference, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasized that Long An possesses diverse potential, outstanding opportunities, and competitive advantages for rapid and sustainable socio-economic development. It is an attractive destination for both domestic and international investors, creating momentum not only for Long An but also for the Mekong Delta region and the whole country.

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Mrs. Nguyen Cam Phuong – General manager of SAIGONTEL, along with partners from the Green Infrastructure Development Alliance, received the cooperation memorandum of understanding (MOU) from Long An province.

Simultaneously, during the conference, Long An province exchanged a cooperation memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the Provincial People's Committee and Saigon Telecommunication & Technologies Corporation (SAIGONTEL), along with partners from SAIGONTEL's Green Infrastructure Development Alliance. The partners include Energy Capital Vietnam (ECV), Allotrope Partners (AP), Chart Industries (CI), Babcock & Wilcox (B&W), among others. These are leading companies in the field of clean energy and the environment in the United States, who will collaborate to develop a roadmap and support the implementation of energy technology and green technical infrastructure solutions in SAIGONTEL's invested green industrial parks. The immediate objective is to develop the Tan Tap Industrial Park and South Tan Tap Industrial Park into green industrial parks, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and become internationally certified Net-Zero standard industrial parks, the first in Vietnam, accredited by an international assessment agency. The agreement will help establish a cooperative relationship among the parties in advising on carbon reduction plans and building a Net-Zero roadmap towards 2050 for the entire Long An province. It also supports the province in attracting green development capital and contributes to realizing the Vietnamese government's commitment to achieving "Zero" net emissions by 2050. This direction aligns well with Long An province's efforts in climate change adaptation over the past time. The close public-private partnership will contribute to constructing a specific action roadmap and direction, towards the national Net Zero goal.

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Mr. David Lewis - Founder and CEO of Energy Capital Vietnam (ECV) delivered a speech at the conference.

At the conference, Mr. David Lewis - Founder and CEO of Energy Capital Vietnam (ECV) stated that "Through the investment promotion activities of the Vietnamese government in the United States last year, ECV was very impressed with the strong commitments and action programs of the Vietnamese government at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) aimed at achieving a net-zero emissions target by 2050. This is the reason why Energy Capital Vietnam and a delegation of U.S. enterprises are present in Vietnam, as well as at today's conference in Long An province, to collaborate with the local authorities and businesses focused on developing infrastructure and energy in Vietnam in general and Long An in particular."

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Representing the SGT - STS Joint Venture, Mr. Kim Hyeon Seok - Chairman of STS Development delivered a speech at the conference.

Furthermore, the representative of the SGT - STS Joint Venture, Mr. Kim Hyeon-seok, discussed the implementation of the Pangyo Technology Valley model with long-standing collaborative partners such as Gyeongsang National University and Gyeongsang National University Hospital, along with major investment funds. This collaborative effort aims to capture the global green transition trend, aligning with economic development goals while addressing environmental challenges for sustainable growth. This foundation establishes a circular economic development cycle and attracts high-tech companies. Simultaneously, it encourages and nurtures high-risk startup companies to break away from a general industrial complex, fostering policies that cultivate talent and provide a nurturing environment for businesses with rapid growth potential through technology. This is the model that the SGT - STS Joint Venture aspires to deploy and develop for projects in Long An. 

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On the morning of August 17th, at the Provincial Party Committee's office, a working session occurred between Dong Nai Province and the executive board of Saigon Telecommunication & Technologies Corporation.

According to the meeting, Mr. Nguyen Hong Linh - Member of the central committee, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee of Dong Nai Province, listened to the report from Saigontel regarding the preparation for signing a memorandum of understanding on the Carbon Emission Reduction Collaboration Program within the province's territory. The report also covered the development of industrial zones and clusters following the Net Zero standard.

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Mr. Nguyen Hong Linh - Member of the central committee, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, met and worked with the executive board of Saigon Telecommunication & Technologies Corporation.

Attending the meeting were Mr. Vo Tan Duc - Member of the central Standing committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee; Vien Hong Tien – Member of the Provincial Party Committee, Chief of the Provincial Party Committee's Office, along with the leadership of the Department of Construction and the Department of Planning and Investment.

Climate change is strongly affecting every aspect of social life and the sustainable development of the planet. Coping with climate change has become an urgent requirement and a top priority mission for many countries and organizations worldwide. Currently, reducing carbon emissions is one of the significant objectives in the development of a green and sustainable economy to combat climate change. It is recognized that the advantages of Dong Nai province, such as the Cat Tien National Park, Tri An Lake, and various ecological spaces, these favorable conditions provide an opportunity to develop a carbon emission reduction program.

During the meeting, the Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee directed the Party's Standing Committee of the Provincial People's Committee to collaborate urgently with Saigontel to finalize the memorandum of understanding on the carbon reduction cooperation program within the province (expected to be signed in August 2023). This includes establishing a provincial task force and developing a program/project for carbon reduction toward achieving Net Zero in Dong Nai province. Additionally, the development of an industrial zone and industrial clusters according to the Net Zero standard was discussed to lay a solid foundation for the green and sustainable development of Dong Nai province.

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