Hanoi hopes for stronger ties with Stockholm and Swedish companies: Mayor

Chairman of the Ha Noi People's Committee Nguyen Duc Chung (R) and Swedish Ambassador to Viet Nam Pereric Hogberg

At a reception, Pereric Hogberg said he had always been impressed with Chung’s personal engagement and his ability to create things that put Hanoi on the map of the world, and contributions to enhancing the historic relationship between two countries which has last for 50 years.

The capital city plays a crucial part in the two countries’ political and economic relations. Some 50,000 Swedes come to Viet Nam per year and many Swedish companies operate here such as H&M, Volvo, IKEA, Ericsson, Electrolux, he said.   

In turn, Chairman of the Ha Noi People's Committee Nguyen Duc Chung showed his high appreciation for the ambassador’s role in fostering the relations between two countries as well as between Ha Noi and Stockholm.
In addition, he appreciated the ambassador’s support in connecting the Stockholm government, Swedish business community with the Ha Noi authority, as well as providing the city with access to Swedish companies and experts that are really knowledgeable of information technology and smart city development.  

Mr Chung has expressed his hope that Swedish Ambassador to Viet Nam Pereric Hogberg, in his new role after finishing his term in Viet Nam, will continue to support the relations between Ha Noi and Stockholm and Swedish companies so that they reach new heights.  

By Vien Nhu