This Decision approves the master plan on biotechnology development and application in Viet Nam. The aims of the plan are to research, develop and apply biotechnology in a wide and effective manner to production and life; to concentrate resources on and diversify forms and the effectiveness of investment in biotechnology; etc. The plan shall include: agriculture, forestry, fishery and rural development; development of plant varieties; the research and improvement of animal reproduction technologies; development of aquaculture; the research, development and biotechnology application for creating environmentally friendly technologies and products and producing bio-fuels, and for treating pollutant wastes and protecting the environment; and food hygiene and safety measures.
Viet Nam · 2008-01-22