Dong Thap grasps momentum in socioeconomic development 14:42 | 14/12/2020 Dong Thap has yet to fulfil its growth target this year, in part due to the ongoing pandemic â however, the provinceâs economy still maintains third position in the Mekong Delta. Pham Thien Nghia, Chairman of Dong Thap Peopleâs Committee, told VIRâs Huu Phuc about the provincial socioeconomic situation in 2020 and the development strategy for next year. What have been the main achievements in Dong Thapâs socioeconomic development during what has been a tough year? Pham Thien Nghia, Chairman of Dong Thap Peopleâs Committee The pandemic remains complicated around the world, with a great impact on all walks of life. Despite this, Dong Thap Peopleâs Committee has strived to achieve the goals and solutions of the government, the action programme of Dong Thap Party Committee, and a resolution of the provincial Peopleâs Council on socioeconomic development for 2020.