The new country director is expected to provide the leadership needed to further strengthen the World Bank’s financing and knowledge engagements with Vietnam.

Building urban infrastructure towards green growth is a necessary goal in the urbanization process, in order to adapt to climate change.

The energy efficiency investment need for key industries in Vietnam was estimated at around US$3.6 billion.

Norwegian experts see great potential in identifying and facilitating circular solutions in Vietnam that is moving towards sustainable development.

Vietnam, one of seven founding members, vows to pursue sustainable development but short-term economic growth.