The Viet Nam Urban Forum (VUF) was established in 2003 based on a consensus of government authorities, and international and domestic organizations regarding to urban development and planning via a MOU and an agreement by the Viet Nam Government (Legal Document No.514/VPCP-QHQT on 29th Jan 2003 of the Government Office). The VUF has an Executive Board in which the Ministry of Construction is a standing coordinator of the Board. The main objective of VUF is to promote dialogue for sharing of experience and knowledge among government agencies, science / professional, social / political and non-government organizations, entities and individuals of all economic sectors and the donors, with the aim of actively contributing to the formulation and implementation of policies on urban development and management, and improving the effectiveness of urban development and management activities. The focal points of VUF’s activities are urban development, management and planning, urban investment, economy and finance, urban settlement and environment, sustainable development and response to climate change, etc. For more detailed information about the Vietnam Urban Forum, please click here.