The package seeks to improve rural infrastructure, generate jobs, as well as increase planning and service capacity for ethnic people.
It will be launched in 18 provinces of Cao Bang, Ha Giang, Lao Cai, Bac Kan, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, Ha Tinh, Quang Binh, Quang Tri, Thua Thien – Hue, Quang Ngai, Ninh Thuan, Binh Thuan, Binh Dinh, Kon Tum, Dak Lak, Soc Trang and Tra Vinh, aiming to enhance institutional reform and efficient implementation of the national program.
Ousmane Dione, Country Director of the WB in Vietnam, said Vietnam has reaped many achievements in poverty alleviation. However, most people living in mountainous and rural areas remain poor.
The WB will continue its cooperation with Vietnam for comprehensive growth by providing support for vulnerable groups, raising productivity of agricultural sector and creating more job opportunities, he added.
The package is in line with the new Country Partnership Strategy framework for Vietnam in 2017-2022. Along with other prioritized development goals, it will support the growth of rural businesses and investment activities for rural manufacturers, especially for ethnic people.
