In this visit, representative of the Global Affairs Canada desires to learn about the socio- economic status and development orientation of Can Tho city in the coming time. Of which, he pays attention to the urban development, trade promotion and sustainable economic development in the locality, especially the program, namely “Urban Partnership Innovating in Local Economic Development” implemented by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) in cooperation with the Association of Cities of Vietnam. Mr. Adler Aristidle wishes the cooperation program will promote trading and open new opportunities for development in Can Tho city in the future.

Mr. Vo Thanh Thong, Chairman of Can Tho City People’s Committee, said that Can Tho city is gradually developing and becoming a dynamic center of the Mekong Delta with a lot of potential in the field of agriculture. However, the city is facing big challenges with climate changes, so the city is looking forward to strengthening the partnership with Canadian cities to exchange and share experiences in management as well as to find suitable solutions to promote the urban economy developing sustainably.