Int’l handicrafts fair attracts foreign businesses
(VOV) - Businesses from 12 countries are exhibiting their handicrafts, timber products and souvenirs at an international fair which opened in HCM City on April 18.
Of particular interest are displays of distinctive handicraft products from Vietnam’s Central Highlanders and the latest products from French and Swiss designers.
The fair also includes a design contest on durable products, to encourage businesses to innovate and improve designs.
Do Nhu Dinh, Chairman of Vietnam Handicraft Exports Association, said the fair has been promoted in many countries around the world, and importers have been offered special incentives to come and seek partners.
The event has so far received nearly 2,000 customers from 32 countries and territories, including Japan, Europe, the US, Australia, Canada, Chile and Mexico.
Last year, handicraft, timber products and souvenir export earnings reached US$6.5 billion, including US$1.5 billion from handicrafts and US$5 billion from wood and timber products.
Many of the products have high competitive edge and have aqquired a firm foothold on international markets, such as bamboo, ceramics and outdoor furniture.
The fair will run until April 24.