Da nang: Nearly 200 experts and scientists from universities and research institutes across Vietnam, Japan, and other regional countries convened in the central city of Da Nang to strategize Vietnam’s ascension to a high-income status by 2045. Co-hosted by the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) and Dong A University, the international scientific workshop aims to address the challenges and opportunities facing Vietnam as it seeks to elevate its economic standing over the next two decades.
According to Vietnam News Agency, the two-day event, which commenced on October 24, unveiled key findings from the ERIA Report, a two-year research project titled “Vietnam 2045: Issues and Challenges for Development.” This comprehensive study was submitted to leaders of both Vietnam and Japan in November 2023, providing a roadmap for economic growth and development strategies. The workshop features four working sessions and a forum, bringing together 14 thematic reports offering insights into Vietnam’
s economic landscape.
The discussions are set to focus on various sectors crucial to Vietnam’s development, including industrial innovation, education, technological advancements, and infrastructure. By facilitating the exchange of ideas and solutions among leading experts, the workshop seeks to formulate actionable strategies that can propel Vietnam toward its ambitious goal of achieving high-income status by 2045, aligning with the country’s long-term economic vision.