On the morning of April 6, 2023, Faculty of Economics successfully organized a seminar on the topic “Toll booth for cars in the city centre from the perspective of Public Management” for students of classes K20403 and K20403C in “Hoa Sen” classroom at the University of Economics and Law.

Attending the seminar included the following participants: Academic Advisor of class K20403C, Master Nguyen Thi Thu Trang; Master Mai Thi Huyen Trang; Master Tran Thi Loc; guest speaker Master Tran Huong Giang; and students from the Faculty of Economics.

The keynote speaker of the seminar, Master Tran Huong Giang - Senior expert in economics and policy at Encity Global Solution (an international consulting company specializing in providing strategic solutions for urban, regional, and spatial development). She is also an independent researcher at the Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management, as well as a local consultant and advisor in building and operating legal framework for the green bond market in Vietnam. She is one of the lead authors and compilers of the annual reports on the Mekong Delta in 2020 and 2022.

The seminar aims to provide knowledge and skills to students majoring in Economics and Public Management. In the seminar, there are practical and relevant contents  closely related to real-life situations: 

Helping students perceive the issue of "Toll collection in the inner city from the perspective of Public Management". Utilizing a reasonable policy formulation between the State and citizens. By doing so, students can identify the problems, its related impacts, access the effects, and acquire practical skills for handling  the issues after the curriculum.

Drawing practical lessons from Singapore’s successful implementation and achievement. It is the first country to apply the policy of parking fee and regional permits. Before the situation became too serious and difficult to navigate, Singapore resolved this congestion issue. Extracting lessons for Vietnam regarding this issue. This approach to problem-solving, however, does not adversely affect vulnerable individuals. 

The exchange and consultation session took place in a cheerful, exciting atmosphere, fostering cohesion between teachers and students.

The seminar not only provided knowledge but also equipped students with skills to address the problems. Besides, students can exchange issues in this topic and update more related knowledge. The conclusion of the seminar was marked by a successful discussion of various issues between the speakers and students.