UNICEF representative pledges best support for Ho Chi Minh City in child care and protection

At the reception (Photo: hcmcpv.org.vn)

He made the statement during his reception for Ms Rana Flowers, UNICEF Representative in Vietnam, on May 5.

At the reception, Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee Duong Anh Duc thanked UNICEF for its support of the city’s child support project for the period 2017-2021, adding that the city's leaders always care about and want to create the best conditions and environment for vulnerable people, including women and children.

Regarding problems in the implementation of cooperation projects between the two sides, he said that both UNICEF and relevant agencies of the city need to strengthen exchanges and find ways to handle difficulties, minimize administrative procedures, and ensure the effectiveness and good social meaning of the projects. “Ho Chi Minh City wants UNICEF to accompany it in its activities of caring, protecting and developing children,” he added.

Ms. Rana Flowers shared the difficulties of the people, especially the children of Ho Chi Minh City during the recent pandemic outbreak. She said that Ho Chi Minh City is facing many challenges in its development, including issues related to children. Therefore, UNICEF wishes to continue working with the city to have effective programs and campaigns in child care and protection.

According to Ms. Rana Flowers, in the coming time, UNICEF will promote cooperation with Ho Chi Minh City in fields related to the protection of children with disabilities; interventions and risk assessment for children concerning climate change and environmental pollution; improvement of children's skills, focusing on emotion management skills, raising awareness and taking action to respond to climate change. “UNICEF in Vietnam is ready to listen and will always accompany and give the best support for Ho Chi Minh City in child care and protection,” she confirmed./.