Int’l trade fair for construction, mining, transport to take place in April

The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Construction, Mining & Transport - Machinery, Equipment, Technology, Vehicle & Material (Contech Vietnam 2023) will take place in Hanoi from April 21-24, the organisers announced on February 21.
Int’l trade fair for construction, mining, transport to take place in April ảnh 1At the press conference on February 21 to announce the organisation of Contech Vietnam 2023. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnam International Trade Fair forConstruction, Mining & Transport - Machinery, Equipment, Technology,Vehicle & Material (Contech Vietnam 2023) will take place in Hanoi fromApril 21-24, the organisers announced on February 21.

The fair is expected to draw the participation of exhibitorsand brands from Germany, Spain, Japan, Sweden, the US, the Republic of Korea,China, Taiwan (China), Thailand, Australia, Singapore and Vietnam.

Le Anh Duc, a representative of the organisers, said thatthe event will not only offer a venue for businesses to introduce and promotetheir brands, but also create conditions for investors and businessmen toexchange information, seek partners, and boost trade promotion.

On the sidelines of the fair, there are several seminars andbusiness matching activities./.
  
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