{"id":58944,"date":"2024-07-22T10:13:43","date_gmt":"2024-07-22T01:13:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pp.u-tokyo.ac.jp\/?p=48130"},"modified":"2024-07-22T10:13:43","modified_gmt":"2024-07-22T01:13:43","slug":"vietnam-japan-policy-research-forum-workshop-2023-2-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/graspp.neopa.jp\/en\/news\/vietnam-japan-policy-research-forum-workshop-2023-2-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Viet Nam-Japan Policy Research Forum Workshop 2023 – Part 2 – \u201cDigital Economy Partnership under Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF): How Should Japan and Viet Nam Cooperate?\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Since 2015, GraSPP has been collaborating with Viet Nam\u2019s <\/span>Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM)<\/a><\/span> under the <\/span>Ministry of Planning and Investment<\/a><\/span> to enhance intellectual exchange between Japan and Viet Nam, with the financial support of the <\/span>Toshiba International Foundation (TIFO)<\/a><\/span>. This article summarizes the discussions at the workshop late last year.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

On December 5, 2023, GraSPP and\u00a0CIEM\u00a0hosted\u00a0the\u00a0Viet Nam-Japan Policy Research Forum workshop 2023 – Part 2, titled \u201c<\/span>Digital Economy Partnership under Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF): How Should Japan and Viet Nam Cooperate?<\/span>\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The workshop at CIEM\u2019s <\/span>Conference Hall<\/span> in Hanoi, certified as a program to celebrate the 50th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between Japan and Viet Nam,\u00a0attracted more than 60 participants\u00a0from <\/span>government agencies, academic institutions, business entities, professional associations, bilateral and international organizations, and the media, including The Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (JCCI), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Viet Nam Office, and the Australian Embassy Vietnam.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>workshop convened <\/span>with the attendance of Dr. Tran Thi Hong Minh<\/span>, <\/span>President of CIEM, Mr. Kazuo Kusakabe<\/span>, <\/span>Chief Representative<\/span> of<\/span> Toshiba Asia Pacific Pte<\/span>.<\/span> Ltd<\/span>.<\/span>, Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Toshiro Nishizawa<\/span>, <\/span>GraSPP, <\/span>and <\/span>distinguished speakers<\/span> and commentators<\/span>. <\/span>The <\/span>speakers and commentators <\/span>were<\/span> Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Takashi Terada<\/span>,<\/span> Doshisha University<\/span>\u2019s Faculty of Law, <\/span>Dr. Vo Tri Thanh, President of the Institute for Brand and Competitiveness Strategy<\/span> and f<\/span>ormer Vice President of CIEM<\/span>, <\/span>Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Mie Oba, <\/span>Kanagawa University\u2019s <\/span>Faculty of Law, <\/span>and<\/span> Mr. Nguyen Anh Duong, Director of <\/span>CIEM\u2019s <\/span>Department for<\/span> <\/span>General Economic Issues and Integration Studies<\/span>.<\/span> <\/span>Prof. Jun Hanna, <\/span>Ritsumeikan University<\/span>\u2019s <\/span>College of International Relations<\/span>, also participated in the discussion.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Background<\/span><\/h5>\n

Following the US withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) in 2017, the remaining members worked under Japan<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s coordination to establish the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), which entered into force in 2018. The IPEF, launched in May 2022, is another critical initiative with Japan and Viet Nam as members and could serve as a platform for more open and rigorous discussion on new standards of economic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.<\/span> <\/span>IPEF could offer an opportunity for participating countries to jointly develop new trade- and development-related standards. The digital economy partnership is among the few common areas members have agreed upon.<\/span><\/p>\n

The workshop provided a platform for sharing experiences and perspectives on Japan-Viet Nam cooperation to create <\/span>new standards of economic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region<\/span>. A summary of the workshop discussion was shared with policymakers in Viet Nam.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The event was the ninth international workshop GraSPP and CIEM had jointly hosted since 2015.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Opening session<\/span><\/h5>\n

Dr. Tran Thi Hong Minh declared the <\/span>workshop\u2019s opening and<\/span> emphasized the importance of digital platforms for production and business. <\/span>She illustrated that d<\/span>igital economy partnerships ha<\/span>d<\/span> also become a feature of international cooperation, with particular attention given to the Singapore-Australia Digital Economy Agreement and the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement <\/span>between<\/span> Singapore, New Zealand, and Chile. <\/span>She continued that <\/span>Viet Nam <\/span>was<\/span> making significant efforts to promote the development of the digital economy as part of its growth paradigm shift toward innovation and increased labor productivity.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Dr. Tran<\/span> added that t<\/span>he country ha<\/span>d<\/span> taken necessary steps, such as promulgating the Law on Electronic Transactions (amended) and approving several decisions, including the national digital transformation program, the e-government development strategy, <\/span>and <\/span>the <\/span>p<\/span>roject to promote digital transformation and information technology applications in trade promotion activities. <\/span>She characterized t<\/span>hese policies and roadmaps <\/span>as a direction toward <\/span>integrat<\/span>ing<\/span> policy mindsets and solutions for enabling digital transformation. <\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Tran stressed that <\/span>Viet Nam ha<\/span>d<\/span> changed its approach toward digital economic partnerships<\/span> and that t<\/span>he digital economy cooperation discussed at IPEF present<\/span>ed<\/span> an opportunity for Viet Nam to refine its policy and legal framework in line with international best practices<\/span> to <\/span>enhanc<\/span>e<\/span> its capacity for digital economy development.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Tran noted that Japan and Viet Nam had long been committed to promoting bilateral relations<\/span> and<\/span> recently established the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asia and the World. <\/span>She stressed that t<\/span>he two countries support<\/span>ed<\/span> each other in various fields at international forums<\/span> and <\/span>that <\/span>it was essential to <\/span>concretiz<\/span>e<\/span> collaboration related to the digital economy in general and within the IPEF framework.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Tran<\/span>\u2019s<\/span> <\/span>opening remarks concluded with an appreciation fo<\/span>r TIFO’s financial support and GraSPP’s cooperation in organizing the annual Viet Nam-Japan Policy Research Forum<\/span> workshop<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mr. Kazuo Kusakabe<\/span> <\/span>drew attention to the significance of the second <\/span>workshop in 2023 under <\/span>the\u00a0Viet Nam-Japan Policy Research Forum<\/span> <\/span>to commemorate the 50th anniversary of <\/span>establishing <\/span>diplomatic relations between Viet Nam and Japan. <\/span>He<\/span> underscored Toshiba<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s presence in Viet Nam in six diverse businesses and one office, each representing different fields. Mr. Kusakabe highlighted Toshiba<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s role as the leading brand in the energy sector, contributing significantly to Viet Nam<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s energy supply. Additionally, <\/span>he illustrated <\/span>Toshiba<\/span>\u2019s role in <\/span>protecting the environment <\/span>by <\/span>produc<\/span>ing<\/span> <\/span>electric <\/span>motors for the global market and provid<\/span>ing<\/span> clean water through its wastewater treatment technologies. Mr. Kusakabe emphasized the importance of continuously fostering cooperation between Japan and Viet Nam.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Toshiro Nishizawa highlighted the solid and continuous bilateral cooperation between Viet Nam and Japan<\/span> and the<\/span> longstanding partnership <\/span>between <\/span>CIEM and GraSPP<\/span>, which <\/span>owe<\/span>d<\/span> its success to the unwavering commitment of all stakeholders<\/span> and the TIFO\u2019s financial support since 2015<\/span>. <\/span>He stressed the timeliness of t<\/span>he <\/span>workshop to <\/span>explore opportunities for a digital economy partnership between Japan and Viet Nam, especially in the context of IPEF. <\/span>With <\/span>IPEF encounter<\/span>ing<\/span> geopolitical uncertainties,<\/span> <\/span>Prof. Nishizawa added that it <\/span>was<\/span> a positive sign that Japan and Viet Nam <\/span>had<\/span> established the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asia and the World. <\/span>He encouraged all the participants to d<\/span>iscuss <\/span>candidly <\/span>how to promote Japan-<\/span>Viet <\/span>Nam co<\/span>llaboration<\/span> for a joint digital economy partnership <\/span>at this <\/span>cr<\/span>itical juncture<\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Session 1. S<\/span>tatus of Japan-Viet Nam collaboration in the rapidly evolving Indo-Pacific context<\/span><\/h5>\n

Speakers<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Vo Tri Thanh, President, Brand and Competitiveness Strategy Institute; <\/span>f<\/span>ormer Vice President<\/span> of<\/span> CIEM
\n <\/span>Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Mie Oba, Faculty of Law, Kanagawa University<\/span><\/p>\n

Commentator<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Toshiro Nishizawa, GraSPP, The University of Tokyo<\/span><\/p>\n

Moderator<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Tran Thi Hong Minh, <\/i>President, CIEM<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Dr. Vo Tri Thanh<\/span> <\/span>proposed to explore the potential of connecting the Asia Pacific and Indian Ocean regions, an initiative established originally through the <\/span>Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation<\/span> <\/span>(<\/span>APEC<\/span>)<\/span> focusing on trade and investment liberalization. <\/span>Dr. Vo<\/span>‘s idea <\/span>was<\/span> to expand th<\/span>e<\/span> initiative further and create concentric cooperation circles, such as ASEAN+1, CPTPP, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement <\/span>(<\/span>RCEP<\/span>)<\/span>. <\/span>He further explained that t<\/span>here ha<\/span>d<\/span> been a longstanding discussion about India<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s role in those efforts, particularly in the context of the Indo-Pacific <\/span>narrative<\/span>. <\/span>Dr. Vo considered the 14-member <\/span>IPEF a significant opportunity to drive sustainable and inclusive development<\/span> and <\/span>emphasized the importance of trade, supply chain, clean economy, and fair economy <\/span>toward<\/span> global growth and prosperity.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Dr. Vo shared his views that, w<\/span>hile China and India<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s rise ha<\/span>d<\/span> altered global power dynamics, it <\/span>was<\/span> encouraging to see both the United States and China commit to responsible competition. <\/span>He also described it as encouraging that t<\/span>he relationship between Viet Nam and Japan <\/span>was<\/span> strong and mutually beneficial, with many Vietnamese working in Japan<\/span>,<\/span> Japanese experts living in Viet Nam<\/span>, and nationals from both sides <\/span>sharing ambitious goals and aspirations<\/span>. He highlighted that<\/span> Japan ha<\/span>d<\/span> significantly supported Viet Nam<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s industrialization and modernization process<\/span>. At the same time, he added, V<\/span>iet Nam possesse<\/span>d<\/span> unique strengths in the pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and medical equipment industries<\/span> and was<\/span> working to develop further through strategic investments in human resources and core technologies. <\/span>Dr. Vo concluded that<\/span> <\/span>such<\/span> collaborations w<\/span>ould <\/span>contribute to a more peaceful, prosperous, and interconnected world.<\/span><\/p>\n

Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Mie Oba made a presentation about advancing institutionalization in Asia <\/span>amid<\/span> the turmoil of regional order, with a specific starting point to consider <\/span>being <\/span>cooperation <\/span>on<\/span> the digital economy. <\/span>Prof. Oba<\/span> discussed the existing liberal international order (LIO)<\/span> as<\/span> characterized by liberal internationalism, liberal values and norms, and free and open economic order. However, <\/span>she argued that <\/span>the <\/span>three-pillar <\/span>LIO faced several challenges, including the emergence of China as a global power, a decline in the US hegemonic power, and the adverse effects of globalization on issues such as the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Prof. Oba considered d<\/span>igital transformation essential in advancing inclusive digital trade and reducing transaction costs to facilitate <\/span>market <\/span>access. <\/span>She stressed that <\/span>the <\/span>pace<\/span> of digital transformation in Japanese society should be faster<\/span> because t<\/span>he digital economy <\/span>was<\/span> now part of the first pillar of the <\/span>Digital Economy Policy Platform (DEPP)<\/span>, which<\/span> aim<\/span>ed<\/span> to advance inclusive digital trade by building trust and confidence in the digital economy, enhancing access to online information and <\/span>i<\/span>nternet use, facilitating digital trade, and addressing discriminatory practices. <\/span><\/p>\n

Prof. Oba mentioned that <\/span>the IPEF negotiations ha<\/span>d<\/span> faced such challenges as the lack of enthusiasm from the Biden administration and a market access element<\/span> and suggested watching<\/span> whether the next administration w<\/span>ould<\/span> continue the talks. <\/span>She concluded by pointing out <\/span>several questions surround<\/span>ing<\/span> the <\/span>IPEF\u2019s <\/span>potential to become a framework for digital cooperation<\/span>, asking <\/span>how trade <\/span>issues<\/span> <\/span>under <\/span>IPEF c<\/span>ould<\/span> be harmonized with other frameworks without solid political commitment<\/span>, and highlighting the importance of <\/span>engaging in constructive dialogue and working towards a mutually beneficial solution.<\/span><\/p>\n

Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Toshiro Nishizawa agreed with both <\/span>speakers<\/span> and shared <\/span>his <\/span>thoughts about the issues<\/span> discussed<\/span>. He noted that Dr. Vo compared several initiatives, such as the Pacific Trade and Development Conference <\/span>(<\/span>PAFTAD<\/span>)<\/span>, <\/span>Pacific Economic Cooperation Council (<\/span>PECC<\/span>)<\/span>, APEC, and Indo-Pacific approaches<\/span>, and assessed <\/span>the evolution of many industries m<\/span>ight<\/span> have been a <\/span>\u201c<\/span>natural<\/span>\u201d<\/span> process aligned with the principle of <\/span>\u201c<\/span>open regionalism,<\/span>\u201d<\/span> except for IPEF. <\/span>Prof. Nishizawa argued that <\/span>IPEF <\/span>was<\/span> an alternative to CPTPP for the US<\/span> and <\/span>geopolitically motivated with a feature of closed regionalism to counter China<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s presence. Prof<\/span>. Nishizawa<\/span> <\/span>asked <\/span>Dr. Vo whether IPEF was attractive enough for <\/span>its<\/span> member states compared with CPTPP or RCEP and whether the bilateral cooperation between Japan and Viet <\/span>Nam was a <\/span>more <\/span>practical option<\/span> for developing a digital economy than under IPEF<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Regarding Prof. Oba’s presentation, Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Nishizawa asserted that some considered advancing institutionalization or rule-setting in Asia a prerequisite for a digital economy partnership between Viet Nam and Japan, especially given the current regional order in turmoil. He asked whether Prof. Oba considered the rivalries between great powers, such as the US and China, could affect cooperation and competition for rule-setting in security and economic<\/span> field<\/span>s. Responding to Prof. Oba’s views on the roles of middle and small powers in breaking the stalemate, Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Nishizawa argued that great power rivalries alone would not determine all rule-setting. <\/span>He<\/span> asked Prof. Oba whether cooperation or competition for rule-setting in security and economic<\/span> field<\/span>s could be separable or inseparable and whether any <\/span>new<\/span> narrative would be available to advance rule-setting using existing institutional frameworks<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Session 2. <\/span>Digital economy partnership under IPEF: Key contents and implications for Japan-Viet Nam cooperation<\/span><\/h5>\n

Speakers<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Takashi Terada, Doshisha University
\n <\/span>Mr. Nguyen Anh Duong, Director, Department for General Economic Issues and Integration Studies, CIEM<\/span><\/p>\n

Moderator<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Toshiro Nishizawa, Graduate School of Public Policy (GraSPP), The University of Tokyo<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/span>Prof. Takashi Terada presented “Narrowing a Divergence of Digital Trade and Data Rules: Indo-Pacific Regional Frameworks and Viet Nam-Japan Cooperation.”<\/span> <\/span>He discussed the <\/span>bilateral cooperation opportunities in the context of <\/span>Indo-Pacific <\/span>r<\/span>egional <\/span>f<\/span>rameworks <\/span>while <\/span>highlighting IPEF<\/span>\u2019s <\/span>agreements for a <\/span>c<\/span>lean and <\/span>f<\/span>air <\/span>e<\/span>conomy<\/span> without <\/span>a consensus on <\/span>digital <\/span>trade regulation<\/span>s<\/span>. In <\/span>this <\/span>light, Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Terada suggested that Viet Nam could still benefit from the financial support of Japan, Australia, and the US to boost decarbonization and attract Global South economies. <\/span>He considered that <\/span>Viet Nam need<\/span>ed<\/span> to consider whether to take a more open approach to cross-border trade or continue with strict regulations. Prof<\/span>.<\/span> Terada mentioned that<\/span> Viet Nam could benefit from<\/span> <\/span>the <\/span>Data Free Flow with Trust (DFFT)<\/span> <\/span>initiative<\/span> and should<\/span> consider joining th<\/span>e<\/span> framework <\/span>to <\/span>harmonize digital trade rules. Prof. Terada highlight<\/span>ed<\/span> the importance of international collaboration in advancing rule-setting using existing institutional frameworks<\/span> and V<\/span>iet Nam<\/span>\u2019s <\/span>potential to benefit from such initiatives.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mr. Nguyen Anh Duong presented “Digital Economy Partnership under IPEF: A Vietnamese <\/span>P<\/span>erspective.” Mr. Nguyen discussed the emerging integration trends in Asia-Pacific. He emphasized the increasing attention to fostering economic linkages and <\/span>free trade agreements (<\/span>FTAs<\/span>)<\/span>. He also highlighted some new initiatives and agreements on current digital economy partnerships. <\/span>Mr. Nguyen continued that d<\/span>igital rules and regulations <\/span>were<\/span> expected to play a significant role in shaping the development of industries and national economies, and e-commerce and digital services <\/span>were<\/span> increasingly contributing to economic growt<\/span>h. He asserted that, as a result, <\/span>Viet Nam <\/span>could <\/span>promot<\/span>e<\/span> digital transformation, develop the best practices and regulations for the digital economy, and contribut<\/span>e<\/span> to setting international rules for the digital economy.<\/span> At the same time, he listed <\/span>various challenges<\/span> facing Viet Nam, <\/span>such as inadequate digital technology infrastructure, existing legal frameworks <\/span>unable to<\/span> support new digital business models,<\/span> the <\/span>lack of human resources for the digital economy, inadequate innovative entrepreneurship, and the absence of regulations to protect users. <\/span>Mr. Nguyen concluded that <\/span>Viet Nam and Japan should collaborate <\/span>in sharing<\/span> best practices and expertise in digital transformation<\/span> and industry development,<\/span> rulemaking for the digital economy<\/span>, <\/span>upskilling and reskilling <\/span>of <\/span>the labor force for digital economy development<\/span>,<\/span> and <\/span>supporting <\/span>various fora<\/span>, such as <\/span>WTO, APEC, <\/span>and <\/span>IPEF<\/span>,<\/span> on digital economy-related issues.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Panel discussion: <\/span>Key recommendations for Japan-Viet Nam cooperation to promote digital economy partnership under IPEF<\/span><\/h5>\n

Panelists<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Vo Tri Thanh, President, Brand and Competitiveness Strategy Institute
\n <\/span><\/span>Prof. Mie O<\/span>ba<\/span>, Faculty of Law, Kanagawa University
\n <\/span>Prof. Takashi <\/span>Terada<\/span>, Faculty of Law, Doshisha University
\n <\/span>Prof. Toshiro N<\/span>ishizawa<\/span>, GraSPP, <\/span>The <\/span>University of Tokyo<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Moderator<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Mr. Nguyen Anh Duong, Director, Department for General Economic Issues and Integration Studies, CIEM<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


\n T<\/span>he panelists addressed questions from the participants and shared additional insights <\/span>into t<\/span>he goal of IPEF<\/span> compared with other<\/span> FTAs<\/span> and <\/span>diverse perspectives on promoting digital transformation. <\/span>Speakers from Japan <\/span>argued <\/span>for <\/span>Viet Nam<\/span>\u2019s <\/span>participat<\/span>ion<\/span> in WTO negotiations to develop common digital regulations with Japan and promote digital cooperation. Dr. Vo <\/span>pointed out <\/span>the strategic nature of <\/span>Viet Nam\u2019s <\/span>commitments<\/span> in various fora to seek <\/span>market access <\/span>in<\/span> areas where Viet Nam has advantages. <\/span>He interpreted <\/span>Viet Nam’s <\/span>motivation to <\/span>participat<\/span>e<\/span> in IPEF <\/span>as <\/span>jointly developing the rules of the game, keeping up with new trends in trade, and <\/span>lay<\/span>ing the foundation for Viet Nam<\/span>\u2019s aspiration for accelerating<\/span> development <\/span>to reach<\/span> <\/span>h<\/span>igh-<\/span>i<\/span>ncome <\/span>s<\/span>tatus by 2045<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Furthermore, the panelists emphasized the need for close and practical cooperation between Viet Nam and Japan to address these issues effectively. <\/span>They also agreed that <\/span>both countries c<\/span>ould<\/span> leverage their strengths and expertise to promote digital transformation and develop common digital regulation<\/span>s, which was expected to result in mutually<\/span> beneficial outcomes <\/span>while <\/span>accelerat<\/span>ing<\/span> Viet Nam’s development.<\/span><\/p>\n

Concluding remarks<\/span><\/h5>\n

On behalf of CIEM and with the authorization of Dr. Tran Thi Hong Minh, Mr. Nguyen Anh Duong expressed his sincere appreciation for the speakers’ efforts throughout the three sessions. He emphasized that the insights, recommendations, and comments from the discussion would be valuable in shaping the relevant policy notes of CIEM to Vietnamese government agencies. He also thanked TIFO for its continuous and valuable support to CIEM.<\/span><\/p>\n

Prof. Toshiro Nishizawa joined Mr. Nguyen in commending all the speakers and participants of the Forum and expressed his gratitude for TIFO’s support, without which the Viet Nam-Japan Policy Research Forum would not have been possible. <\/span><\/p>\n

Prof. Nishizawa and Mr. Nguyen expressed their commitment to deepening cooperation between Viet Nam and Japan. This cooperation could benefit both sides by helping accelerate the growth and development of the digital economy in Viet Nam and promoting mutual understanding and collaboration.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Selected media coverage<\/span><\/h5>\n

https:\/\/baomoi.com\/viet-nam-nhat-ban-tiem-nang-thuc-day-hop-tac-kinh-te-so-c47726718.epi<\/a><\/span> (i<\/span>n Vietnamese)<\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/daibieunhandan.vn\/kinh-te-xa-hoi\/hop-tac-kinh-te-so-trong-ipef-la-co-hoi-de-viet-nam-hoan-thien-khung-phap-ly-i353039\/<\/a><\/span> (i<\/span>n Vietnamese)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/thuenhanuoc.vn\/tapchi\/chuyen-muc\/kinh-te-xa-hoi\/86ce4628-b018-45e7-9eca-79f2ded81768<\/a><\/span> (i<\/span>n Vietnamese)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/bnews.vn\/viet-nam-nhat-ban-thuc-day-hop-tac-trong-phat-trien-kinh-te-so\/317132.html<\/a><\/span> (i<\/span>n Vietnamese)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/cand.com.vn\/doanh-nghiep\/nhat-ban-va-viet-nam-co-nhieu-tiem-nang-de-thuc-day-hop-tac-ve-kinh-te-so-i715998\/<\/a><\/span> (i<\/span>n Vietnamese)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/Viet Nambiz.vn\/ts-vo-tri-thanh-muon-phat-trien-viet-nam-can-tro-thanh-mat-xich-quan-trong-trong-nganh-ban-dan-2023125153552274.htm<\/a><\/span> (i<\/span>n Vietnamese)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

About the Forum<\/span><\/h5>\n

Since 2015, GraSPP has been working closely with Viet Nam’s Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM) under the Ministry of Planning and Investment to enhance intellectual exchange between Japan and Viet Nam, with the financial support of the Toshiba International Foundation (TIFO). The workshop topics since 2015 are shown together with the speakers and moderators from Japan.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

February 15, 2023, in Hanoi | \u201c<\/span>Promoting Japan-Viet Nam Cooperation for Green Growth after the Pandemic\u201d (<\/span>Prof. Tomonori Sudo, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Mr. Yoshitomo Kubo, Senior Representative, JICA Viet Nam Office,<\/span> and Prof. Toshiro Nishizawa, GraSPP<\/span>)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

March 3, 2022 (online) |\u00a0\u201cNew Dynamisms in Asia-Pacific Supply Chains beyond COVID-19: Implications for Japan-Viet Nam Cooperation\u201d\u00a0(Prof. Fukunari Kimura, Keio University, Prof. Mie Oba, Kanagawa University, and Prof. Toshiro Nishizawa, GraSPP)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

March 15, 2021 (online) | \u201cEnhancing Viet Nam\u2013Japan Cooperation for the Sustainable Energy Future in the Greater Mekong Sub-Region\u201d (Prof. Fukunari Kimura, Keio University, Prof. Masahiro Sugiyama, The University of Tokyo\u2019s Institute for Future Initiatives, and Prof. Toshiro Nishizawa, GraSPP)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

November 22, 2019, in Hanoi | \u201cHow could Viet Nam and Japan Create Mutual Benefit?: Engendering Japan-Viet Nam Industrial Cooperation through Promoting Technology Transfer\u201d (Prof. Kiyohiro Oki, The University of Tokyo\u2019s Graduate School of Economics, Mr.\u00a0Yasuhiro Yamada, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia, and Prof. Toshiro Nishizawa, GraSPP)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

November 15, 2018, in Hanoi | \u201cViet Nam-Japan Policy Research Forum: Deepening Bilateral Cooperation after 10 Years of Viet Nam-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement\u201d\u00a0(Prof. Mie Oba, Tokyo University of Science,\u00a0Mr. Yasunori Onishi, Japan International Cooperation Agency,\u00a0and\u00a0Prof. Toshiro Nishizawa, GraSPP)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

October 27, 2017, in Hanoi |\u00a0\u201c<\/span>Exploring New Initiatives for Viet Nam-Japan Cooperation amidst Uncertainties in Asia-Pacific Economic Integration<\/a><\/span>\u201d\u00a0(Prof. Shujiro Urata, Waseda University, and\u00a0Prof. Toshiro Nishizawa, GraSPP)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

March 2, 2017, in Hanoi |\u00a0\u201cEnhancing Inclusive Growth in the Context of Regional Integration\u201d\u00a0(Prof. Fukunari Kimura, Keio University, and Prof. Toshiro Nishizawa, GraSPP)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

November 13, 2015, in Hanoi |\u00a0\u201cPartnership Opportunities for Viet Nam\u2019s Successful Inclusion in ASEAN Economic Community\u201d\u00a0(Prof.\u00a0Masahiro Kawai and Prof. Toshiro Nishizawa, GraSPP)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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