Hanoi set for November sales

About 350-500 businesses are set to join Hanoi 's second sales promotion month, organised by the city's Department of Industry and Trade in November, the department announced on Oct. 26.
About 350-500 businesses are set to join Hanoi 's second salespromotion month, organised by the city's Department of Industry andTrade in November, the department announced on Oct. 26.

Many products from participating companies will be discounted by at least 15 percent, the department said.

It added that companies involved in the campaign provided garments andfootwear, electronics, furniture, food and beverages, hotel and tourismproducts, and beauty services.

Unlike the city's previouspromotional campaign, the month will feature two golden days which fallon November 13-14. Offers will include discounts at 22 places in everydistrict of the city.

About 17 companies would participate on the special days, with businesses offering 20-50 percent discounts on products.

During the month, a fair will be organised in the National Trade Fairand Exhibition Centre on Giang Vo street from 18-21 November withthe participation of 130 stalls.

Consumers will be able to register complaints by telephone call for the first time, through calling 04.1081.

The Vietnam Standard and Consumer Protection Association and localmarket watch force will immediately investigate any consumer complaints.

More information about the programme can be found in theYellow Page Buying Guide which are available for free at participatingsupermarkets and shopping centres.

For more information, customers can also access www.nhungtrangvang.com.vn./.

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