Ho Chi Minh City, Hamburg Boost Cooperation in Green Transition, Rail Technology

A high-level delegation led by Peter Tschentscher, the First Mayor of Hamburg, visited Vietnam to attend the German Business and Investment Forum 2026. On October 12, the delegation met with Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Nguyen Van Duoc, with Vice Chairman Truong Minh Huy Vu also in attendance, to formally expand cooperation between the two major economic hubs.

Strategic Urban Partnerships

Recognizing their shared challenges as prominent port cities, leaders from both sides are placing a strong emphasis on future developments. Drawing on Hamburg's established strength in developing smart and green ports, the discussions centered on collaborative opportunities. During the meeting, the First Mayor identified several potential fields for robust cooperation, specifically highlighting port development, urban transport infrastructure, rail technology, and clean energy.

For city dwellers, these international partnerships bring the promise of modernized public transit and greener infrastructure, potentially transforming the urban landscape in the coming years.

Source: SGGP English Edition.