The Hanoi Giftshow 2024 opened in the capital city on October 10, promotes municipal efforts to create a favourable business environment, particularly for sustainable development.
Hanoi Giftshow 2024 takes place from October 10 to 14. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA)🌳 – The Hanoi Giftshow 2024 opened in the capital city on October 10, promotes municipal efforts to create a favourable business environment, particularly for sustainable development.
Deputy Director of the municipal Department of Industry and Trade Nguyen Dinh Thang said the five-day event is part of the activities to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the capital's Liberation Day (October 10,1954-2024) and supports businesses in boosting production, trade, and digital commerce, contributing to market stability and growth.
As Vietnam’s largest handicraft trade fair, it attracts thousands of visitors, offering both in-person and online platforms for cooperation and business opportunities.
With over 450 booths from domestic and international handicraft businesses, the fair is expected to draw more than 17,000 visitors, providing an important platform for businesses to promote products, find new partners, and expand markets.
Unique handcrafts will be showcased, reflecting the creativity and skill of artisans, while facilitating new business connections.
Participants benefit from online promotion and support for marketing on e-commerce channels after the event.
Over the past 13 years, the Hanoi Giftshow has grown into a leading handicraft export fair in the Asia-Pacific, with participation from more than 30 countries.
It has facilitated thousands of contracts, contributing significantly to the 6-8% annual growth of Vietnam's handicraft exports./.
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