The number of tourists visiting Nghe An has started to increase rapidly.
(Baonghean.vn) - In April, the disease situation in the agricultural sector became complicated, affecting production and consumption. A positive sign was the rapid increase in the number of tourists visiting Nghe An, and the industrial production development index showed a relatively high increase.
On the morning of April 23, under the chairmanship of Comrade Nguyen Duc Trung - Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, the Provincial People's Committee held its regular monthly meeting for April 2021.
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| Overview of the meeting. Photo: Pham Bang |
According to a report from the Department of Planning and Investment, in April...,The agricultural sector and local authorities focused on preventing and controlling diseases in livestock and poultry, especially African swine fever and lumpy skin disease in buffaloes and cattle. However, the industrial production index increased by 30.24% compared to the same period in 2020. The number of tourists visiting Nghe An began to increase rapidly in April, reaching an estimated 337,369.
Regarding investment in construction, attracting investment, and developing businesses.,As of March 31, 2021, the disbursement rate of public investment capital under provincial management reached 9.13%. State budget revenue in the first four months of 2021 is estimated at VND 5,862.7 billion, reaching 41.8% of the projected target. Of this, revenue from import and export activities is estimated at VND 583.5 billion, reaching 46.7% of the projected target, an increase of 79.3% compared to the same period last year.
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| Comrade Nguyen Duc Trung - Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, presided over the regular April meeting of the Provincial People's Committee. Photo: Pham Bang |
As of April 16, 2021, the province had granted licenses to 30 new projects and adjusted 41 existing projects; the total newly licensed and increased investment capital amounted to VND 7,562.93 billion. During the month, 660 new businesses were established with a total registered capital of VND 7,906.748 billion, and 365 businesses resumed operations. Support and assistance to businesses facing difficulties due to the Covid-19 pandemic continued to be prioritized and implemented.
Cultural and social fields continue to receive attention and guidance. National defense, security, and social order and safety.Continue to ensure the process is carried out. All levels and sectors should focus on reviewing the preparations for the election of deputies to the 15th National Assembly and deputies to the People's Councils at all levels for the 2021-2026 term.
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| Comrade Nguyen Xuan Duc - Director of the Department of Planning and Investment, reports on the socio-economic development results for April. Photo: Pham Bang |
Regarding the work of preventing and controlling the Covid-19 epidemic,On April 9, 2021, the province received its first 18,500 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine and officially began administering the vaccine on April 20. Simultaneously, two flights carrying 472 citizens from Japan and South Korea arrived to escape the Covid-19 pandemic. Three cases tested positive.
However, in April, the disease situation significantly impacted production, livestock farming, and people's consumption. In particular, the Lumpy Skin Disease outbreak in buffaloes and cattle became more complex, with 82 active outbreaks still ongoing (within 21 days); and 40 outbreaks of African Swine Fever. Consumers limited their consumption of beef, pork, and other meats. Many small traders dealing in these products had to close their stalls and suspend market activities.
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| Comrade Pham Van Hoa - Director of the Department of Industry and Trade, reports on the results in the field of industry and trade. Photo: Pham Bang. |
At the meeting, leaders of departments and agencies reported on the results of their activities in April and the tasks and solutions for the coming period. Mr. Nguyen Manh Cuong - Director of the Department of Tourism - requested the provincial leadership to strengthen guidance; and for departments and localities to enhance propaganda and promotion of potential to attract tourists to Nghe An during the April 30th holiday.
Comrade Duong Dinh Chinh - Director of the Department of Health, said that the Covid-19 pandemic situation in the world and in the country is still developing complicatedly and affirmed that by May 5th, the vaccination of nearly 20,000 doses of Covid-19 vaccine for eligible individuals will be completed.