On March 12, at the Conference Center of Binh Phuoc Provincial School of Politics, "Forum connecting EuroCham high-tech industrial, commercial and agricultural enterprises - Binh Phuoc province in 3" was held with the participation of participation of nearly 2024 domestic and international delegates.
In addition to the chairing unit of Binh Phuoc Provincial People's Committee, the forum is also co-chaired by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, the European Business Association in Vietnam (EuroCham), and the Vietnam Digital Agriculture Association (EuroCham). VIDA). In addition, the forum is also coordinated by Hung Nhon Group and De Heus Group (Netherlands).
Attending the forum were representatives of the European Union (EU) and 21 diplomatic delegations from embassies, consulates general and business associations of countries such as the Netherlands, Australia, Portugal, and Italy. , Hungary, Spain, Canada, Denmark…
More than 100 leaders of leading European businesses also came to Binh Phuoc to participate in the forum such as: Heineken, De Heus, Big Dutchman, Phileo by Lesaffre, Kilimo, Logwin Air and Ocean, Stolz Asia, The Fruit Republic, Biodevas, Lallemand , Hung Nhon Aust Export…
Promoting advantages of Binh Phuoc
Mr. Vu Manh Hung, Vice Chairman of VIDA, Chairman and General Director of Hung Nhon Group said that in recent years, Binh Phuoc has created a great attraction in investment attraction activities, especially in attracting investment. Foreign investment (FDI) in the fields of export agricultural product processing, supporting industries, renewable energy...
However, compared to the province's potential and advantages, Binh Phuoc's FDI attraction still cannot match that of other provinces in the region such as Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Duong, Dong Nai, and Ba Ria - Vung Tau.
"To realize the potential and advantages into specific numbers, it is certainly necessary to meet and promote investment activities to have a common voice," Hung shared.
Also according to Mr. Hung, the purpose of the forum is to contribute to strengthening dialogue between Government agencies, policy makers, localities, organizations, associations... on key issues in strategy. develop agriculture towards digitalization.
In particular, through the forum, domestic and foreign experts will propose solutions to help Vietnam ensure the feasibility of financial resources and synchronize policies to develop a sustainable green economy. towards achieving the Net Zero goal by 2050.
Commitment to "clear" procedures
Speaking at the opening of the forum, Ms. Tran Tue Hien, Chairman of Binh Phuoc Provincial People's Committee, said that the purpose of the forum is to connect EuroCham's industrial, commercial, and high-tech agricultural enterprises with Binh Phuoc province. This is an opportunity for Binh Phuoc province to introduce and promote its image to help domestic and foreign investors access key projects, especially projects in industrial parks, industrial clusters, economic zones, agricultural projects applying high technology.
Binh Phuoc province invites domestic and foreign businesses and investors, including reputable EuroCham businesses with financial and technological potential, to invest in this locality.
Sharing with investors, Ms. Hien said that in terms of administrative procedures, more than 80% of Binh Phuoc province's administrative procedures are handled by the full-process online public service method and connected on the National Public Service Portal.
When carrying out administrative procedures, investors only need to contact online or directly with a contact point, the Provincial Public Administrative Service Center, to receive instructions on procedures, receive documents, process and return results. on-site results. The time to resolve investment administrative procedures at all stages has been shortened to only 2/3 of the time compared to regulations.
According to Ms. Hien, the province is also interested in digital transformation in businesses, with the goal of supporting people and businesses in applying digital platforms to improve business efficiency and management efficiency to enhance productivity. strength, competitiveness, creating new values for businesses.
“In addition, with the foundation of 4 good things: good infrastructure, good human resources, good policies and good public services, Binh Phuoc determines its goal is to best meet service needs and satisfy customers. please investors when coming to the province, including EuroCham businesses", Chairman of Binh Phuoc Provincial People's Committee shared.
Great opportunity for European businesses
Speaking at the forum, Mr. Gabor Fluit, President of EuroCham and General Director of De Heus Group Asia, said that EuroCham is honored to be present in Binh Phuoc to create change and together shape the future of Vietnam. local economy.
According to Mr. Gabor Fluit, Binh Phuoc has a strategic location in the Southern Key Economic Region, serving as an important gateway connecting Vietnam, Cambodia and the region.
With abundant resources, Binh Phuoc will bring attractive investment opportunities in agricultural development projects, high-value crops, aquaculture, food processing, and large-scale production.
Binh Phuoc's favorable climate is an ideal condition for developing large-scale renewable energy projects, in accordance with Power Plan VIII and the Fair Energy Transition Cooperation Agreement.
Also according to Mr. Gabor Fluit, in the future, the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) promises to be a positive development step for Binh Phuoc. Cutting tariffs by nearly 99% over the next decade will help Binh Phuoc expand its access to the EU's 500 million consumer market.