Speaking at the thematic session themed “Sustainable Global Value Chains: Green Logistics,” Hoang Nguyen Dinh, Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, said global value chains are shifting toward greater greenness, transparency and intelligence. In this context, international cooperation is no longer limited to trade in goods but requires connectivity in standards, technology, data and human resources throughout the value chain, from production to transportation and distribution.
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Experts exchange views at the thematic session themed “Sustainable Global Value Chains: Green Logistics.” |
The requirement is to renew cooperation approaches, improve institutions, and strengthen connectivity among localities and businesses with regional and global supply chains. Green and transparent practices should become a factor in enhancing competitiveness rather than merely an additional cost incurred to meet market requirements, according to the discussions.
Experts said green logistics needs to be implemented comprehensively, from administrative reform, infrastructure and data connectivity to emissions measurement. This provides a basis for businesses to reduce costs, demonstrate their ability to meet international standards, and participate more deeply in global value chains.
Dr. Bui Ba Nghiem, a senior expert at the Import-Export Department under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, proposed continuing to reform customs clearance and specialized inspection procedures and promoting the use of electronic documents. These measures would help reduce processing time, improve transparency and enhance the efficiency of goods transportation.
Alongside administrative reform, Dr. Bui Ba Nghiem proposed strengthening connectivity between production centers and the Cai Mep - Thi Vai port cluster. This would help make more effective use of seaport capacity while improving access to international shipping routes for manufacturers and exporters.
From the perspective of a seaport operator, Cao Hong Phong, Deputy General Director of Cai Mep Gemadept - Terminal Link JSC, proposed piloting a data platform connecting the transportation of refrigerated containers from the Mekong Delta to seaports.
The proposal aims to enhance information sharing among parties involved in transportation, reduce waiting time and improve transport efficiency. For goods requiring cold storage, controlling transit time and improving delivery reliability are important to maintaining product quality, reducing costs and meeting international customers’ requirements.
Translated by Chung Anh