An international exhibition on construction, building materials and housing (Vietbuild Can Tho 2009) opened in the southern city of Can Tho on Oct. 18.

The five-day event attracts the participation of 225 domestic businesses and 21 groups from Germany, Japan, China, the Republic of Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Taiwan.

Latest models of building equipment and materials are being showcased at the exhibition.

A seminar on new technology and products in civil engineering during the country’s integration and development process will be held within the framework of Vietbuild Can Tho 2009./.