The event was jointly held by the Investment and Trade Promotion Centre (ITPC) of Ho Chi Minh City and the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea (RoK) in Ho Chi Minh City.
RoK enterprises raised issues related to import and export policies, work permits for foreigners, and refunds of value added tax. They also suggested Vietnam invest more in supporting industry to second foreign direct investment (FDI) enterprises.
In addition to answering questions from enterprises, Ho Chi Minh City leaders also introduced their orientation for attracting investment and enhancing investment environment in the city in the near future.
The RoK currently ranks fourth among 120 countries and territories investing in Ho Chi Minh City.
RoK enterprises have so far invested in 2,135 projects worth over 5.5 billion USD in Ho Chi Minh City, accounting for nearly 10% of total FDI capital in the city.
Areas that attract their interest include wholesale and retail, automobiles and motorcycles, processing, manufacturing, science and technology, and information and communications.
