HCMC – Vietnam’s Party General Secretary and State President To Lam expressed concerns about the diminishing pioneering spirit and leading position of HCMC, calling for urgent measures to reverse the trend.“The city’s traditional growth drivers have been eroded, while new ones have yet to be clearly defined”, General Secretary Lam said during a meeting with the HCMC Party Committee on August 17.At the meeting, Lam emphasized HCMC’s important role as the nation’s economic spearhead. HCMC has been at the forefront of revenue collection, labor productivity, and the implementation of new business models. “Many innovative ideas and breakthrough technologies have originated in the city before being expanded nationwide,” Lam said.However, the city is no longer leading in several key indicators, such as annual economic growth, he added.The Party chief urged the city to identify the causes of this decline and implement solutions to address them. Lam emphasized the need to reshape the city’s future, envisioning it as a global metropolis that is smart, modern, dynamic, and deeply integrated into the global economy.He called on HCMC to maximize its potential and advantages to achieve rapid and sustainable economic development. He advised the city to innovate its growth model and restructure its economy to improve quality, efficiency, and competitiveness.Lam emphasized the importance of developing the city’s urban infrastructure, calling for breakthroughs in urban planning, design, and management. He advocated for integrating urban planning with economic, cultural, and social development strategies while strengthening national defense and public security.To Lam also reaffirmed the city’s importance as an economic leader, urging its leaders to turn the political determination into concrete outcomes. He called for a focus on preparing for upcoming Party congresses, ensuring the selection of capable and ethical officials dedicated to the city’s progress. (ICE HO CHI MINH CITY)

Fonte notizia: The Saigon Times