Việt Nam, with a multitude of startups and radical reforms in hi-tech sectors, manufacturing and green development, will become one of the 20 largest economies in the world soon, he said. PM Chính invited Prof. Schwab and other WEF leaders to visit Việt Nam, adding Việt Nam stands ready to work with the WEF to organise mid-term conferences in the country, strengthen connectivity and promote the role of the WEF in the region. Both leaders pledged their countries’ continuation of close coordination and mutual support at regional and international forums. They also committed to strengthening locality-to-locality cooperation and effectively implementing existing bilateral cooperation mechanisms. In terms of the strategic partnership in agriculture, PM Chính suggested Belgium support Việt Nam in developing circular economy models in agriculture and smart agriculture.
