PM pledges favorable conditions for Japanese groups

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc  receives Masayoshi Fujimoto, President and CEO of Sojitz Corporation of Japan, Ha Noi, March 1, 2018

At a reception, Masayoshi Fujimoto spoke highly of Viet Nam’s socio-economic achievements, saying his corporation has been present in various fields in Viet Nam for years and is focusing on the production of high-quality rice with a view of contributing to developing a safe food industry in the country.

In addition, Sojitz has been concentrating on completing power projects and conducting cooperative activities in training talents and high-quality human resources in Viet Nam, he said, expressing his hopes to continue receiving support and assistance from the Prime Minister and other functional agencies during the group’s investment process in the country.

In turn, PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc said Viet Nam will create all favorable conditions for Japanese groups and corporations to do successful business in the country.

The PM hailed the group for its investment in many projects with success, citing the project to produce high-quality rice, contributing to Viet Nam’s agricultural economy development. 

Mr. Phuc also lauded Sojitz for pouring investments in infrastructure and industrial parks in Viet Nam, saying the move meets real demand of localities in the country.

He hoped the Japanese group will expand its operation in Viet Nam and do more for Viet Nam’s socio-economic development, especially in clean energy, agriculture, and food safety.

The PM said he expects that based on the extensive strategic partnership, more Japanese investors will come to Viet Nam.

“The success of Japanese investors will make important contributions to bolstering and deepening the efficient, productive relations between the two countries,” he said.

Emphasizing the significance of and more opportunities from the participation in CPTPP of both Viet Nam and Japan, he said he hopes businesses of the two countries will make the best use of this chance, bringing benefits for their country.

                                                                                                                                    By Vien Nhu