The ODA would help realize the Government’s vision of ensuring inclusive growth by accelerating the development level of poor provinces/cities that otherwise would not be able to mobilize domestic funds.

Vietnam said it’s time to re-evaluate threats and strengthen international economic cooperation and linkage for a more inclusive and sustainable recovery.

Vietnam ranked 51th out of 165 countries and territories in terms of progress toward the UN’s sustainable development goals (SDGs), 30 places higher compared to five years ago.

The partnership, valued at AUD95 million (US$64 million), started in Vietnam in 2012 and will now continue until 2026.