The Mekong Delta province of Long An’s Department of Industry and Trade on October 18 held a business networking event for local firms to meet and exchange information with the Vietnam Trade Office in the Republic of Korea (RoK) and a Korean business delegation.
At the business networking event held in Long An on October 18. (Photo: la34.com.vn)
Long An (VNA) – The Mekong Delta province of Long An’s Department of Industry and Trade on October 18 held a business networking event for local firms to meet and exchange information with the Vietnam Trade Office in the Republic of Korea (RoK) and a Korean business delegation.
At the event, Chairman of the RoK-based Zenith Group Kim Jung Ryoo said that with a strong presence in e-commerce and the food industry, Korean enterprises are hopeful about cooperation opportunities in Long An. They are primarily interested in importing frozen products like fruits and vegetables, researching the establishment of new technology rice processing factories, and developing infrastructure and green energy in the province.
Duong Truc Giang, head of the local investment and entrepreneurship club, stressed that the club is currently focusing on developing ecological zones and is inviting businesses to invest in this sector to diversify related products and services.
Director of the department Huynh Van Quang Hung committed to keeping Long An open and ready to welcome investors.
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At the business networking event held in Long An on October 18. (Photo: la34.com.vn) 
