French Ambassador to Vietnam Jean Noel Poirier made this statement at a meeting with Secretary of the municipal Party Committee Dinh La Thang in Ho Chi Minh City on August 8.

According to Mr.Dinh La Thang, the city welcomed French investors and said transport is a major challenge for Ho Chi Minh City, with a population of more than 10 million and a large number of tourists every year. The city is developing transport, especially the underground system, he said.

He added that he hopes French businesses will study and invest in transport projects in the city.

During the reception, the Secretary also highlighted the thriving strategic partnership between Vietnam and France thanks to high-level delegation exchanges

Source: VNA