Consul General Joe Nelson, who is also Trade Commissioner atNew Zealand Trade and Enterprise, said that chronic malnutrition remains amajor concern for disadvantaged children and adults.
The donation of fresh fruit this time aims tocontribute to improving nutrition for children and women who are living andworking at many charities in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, including OperationSmile, Support Centre for Inclusive Education Development, Blue DragonChildren's Foundation, and Maison Chance.
According to the diplomat, New Zealand enterpriseswant to not only sell their products but also show their social responsibilityin Vietnam, and hope that the fresh fruits will bring about joy for unluckychildren and women.
Earlier, the country’s fruit exporters also presented applesand kiwis to medical staffs and patients in many hospitals during the COVID-19peak./.