HCM City (VNA) – Over 450 enterprises from 20 countries and territories worldw𝄹ide are showcasing their products♔ at the 13th Vietnam International Trade Fair (Vietnam Expo), which opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City on December 2.
On display at nearly 550 booths are industrial equipment, electronic products, kitchen appliances, bathroom accessories, wooden and rattan products and handicrafts, among others.
According to Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Ho Thi Kim Thoa, Vietnam Expo has affirmed its role in creating opportunities for both domestic and international enterprises to enhance cooperation and promote their products.
Meanwhile, President of the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Bucheon Chamber of Commerce and Industry Cho Chun-yong said that Vietnam Expo has served as a bridge to expedite trade collaboration between the two countries’ enterprises.
He added that though the exhibition, the RoK businesses expect to enlarge markets and popularise their brands in Vietnam.
On the same day, the fourth Vietnam International Bicycle Exhibition (Vietnam Cycle 2015), the only event on the bicycle and spare part industry, also took place at the SECC, drawing 120 domestic and foreign companies.
Fifty domestic and foreign bike brands including Thong Nhat, Viet Bamboo Bike, Fonix and Jet are being showcased at the event.
Within the framework of the exhibition, representatives from 10 Asian countries are expected to gather at a conference to discuss the status of the regional bicycle industry and orientations for its development as well as seek ways to boost links between enterprises in the sector.
The exhibition and fair chain will run unti🐈l December 5.-VNA
Manufacturers, traders, investors and visitors were eager to visit three big international trade fairs which opened at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC) on December 3.
The 25th Vietnam Expo 2015 kicked off on April 15 in Hanoi as witnessed by Deputy Prime Minister Hoang Trung Hai and representatives from the Ministry of Trade and Industry.
About 320 domestic and international companies will showcase their products at the 13 th Vietnam International Trade Fair (Vietnam Expo) in Ho Chi Minh City from December 2-5.
The festival marks a significant milestone in promoting the brand, value, and legacy of traditional fish sauce - a product deeply rooted in the island’s identity and history spanning over 200 years.
According to Mastercard data, Vietnam has recorded a remarkable 92% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in contactless transaction volume from Q4 2022 to Q4 2024.
Tuan expressed his confidence that LH, with its expertise and experience, would swiftly implement the urban area project, contributing to a modern urban landscape for the province.
With its strategic location, abundant workforce, and modern infrastructure, Vietnam holds significant potential to become a leading centre for power and electronics production in the region and the world.
The renewable energy workforce training and development centre, invested by Germany's GEO Group, is expected to be a cornerstone in shaping Binh Dinh as a renewable energy and innovation hub in central Vietnam, meeting the growing demand for skilled technical personnel in offshore wind, solar farms, and green hydrogen projects.
A notable trend is the shift toward satellite regions. With land scarcity and soaring prices in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, investors are eyeing provinces like Hung Yen, Bac Ninh, and Hai Phong, which are benefiting from improved technical infrastructure and transport connectivity.
To further strengthen private-sector innovation, Bac Ninh plans to accelerate administrative reforms, build a digital, service-oriented government, and develop an integrated innovation ecosystem that connects businesses with domestic and international institutions, universities, and experts.
The participation of H&M, one of the world's largest fashion corporations, in Vietnam International Sourcing 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City in early September is considered a special highlight, opening up many cooperation opportunities for Vietnamese businesses in the fashion, textiles and sustainable supply chains.
This latest order builds on a previous agreement signed at the Singapore Airshow last year for 40 engines, bringing the total number of Trent 7000 engines ordered by the airline to 80.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien acknowledged that despite concerted efforts by ministries and local authorities in combating fake and substandard goods, the situation remains highly complicated, attributing the persistent challenges to high profits luring numerous participants, increasingly sophisticated violations, limited resources within enforcement agencies.
The group also placed among the Top 5 energy companies in Southeast Asia and secured the top spot among the largest Vietnamese enterprises featured on the list.
The zone will cover 1,881 ha, comprising functional areas for production, logistics, trade and services, digital technology industry, information technology, and innovation.
Dung underlined several key objectives, including a comprehensive review of the legal framework governing SOEs, and called for updates that reflect international standards and support modern, transparent governance.
While the US market has become more difficult to access due to new tax policies, Australia could play the role of a trade cushion, helping to reduce shocks and maintain export momentum for Vietnam's shrimp industry.
Vietnam Cycle Expo 2025 will coincide with the Vietnam Sport Show 2025, an international exhibition on sports and outdoor entertainment, expected to attract more than 20,000 visitors in the three-day event.
Scene at the fair's opening ceremony (Photo: VNA)
