The program “Shades of Vietnamese Land” at MM Mega Market
October 30, 2020 – This morning, the opening ceremony of “The Shades of Vietnamese Land” officially took place at MM Mega Market An Phu (“MM”) (HCMC) with the participation of Mr. Apirat Sugondhabhirom – The Consulate General of Thailand and representatives from the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Thai Business Association, the Thai Trade Office as well as the Department of Industry and Trade of Ho Chi Minh City, the People’s Committee of District 2, the Security Administration Food in Ho Chi Minh City, … “Thai on Vietnamese soil” is the first time the enterprise has organized special cultural activities at MM Mega Market An Phu and MM Mega Market Thang Long (Hanoi) to bring customers experience the country golden pagoda in the context of international tourism is interrupted and the Loy Krathong lantern festival of Thailand is approaching. The event will run until the end of November 1. Strengthening cooperation relationship and expected to contribute to increase trade turnover between Vietnam and Thailand to 20 billion dollars Opening the ceremony, Ms. Tran Kim Nga – External Relations Director of MM Mega Market Vietnam said: “In ASEAN, Thailand is currently the largest trading partner of Vietnam and Vietnam is the largest export partner. Thailand with two-way trade turnover in 2019 reached 16.9 billion USD. MM As one of TCC’s portfolios in Vietnam and one of the leading modern distribution channels nationwide, we are determined to become a two-way trade bridge between Vietnam and Thailand. lan, supply chain connection and cultural exchange between the two countries. “The Shades of Vietnamese Land” will strengthen the cooperation between the parties and are also the driving force to help us overcome the difficult period caused by the COVID – 19 pandemic and develop together in the future.”
“MM always cares about corporate social responsibility through activities supporting education, community support and environmental protection. Today, an MM social worker delegation is transferring 1,000 gifts including food and necessities with the donation from BJC / TCC group companies such as TBC BALL Beverage Cans Co., Ltd. Vietnam, Phu Thai Group Joint Stock Company, BJC Cellox VN Company Limited, Vina Paper Company, Vietnam Beverage Company Limited, Thai Corp International Vietnam Company Limited and MM Mega Market Vietnam Company Limited. ” – Ms. Tran Kim Nga shared more Attending the Opening Ceremony “Shades of the Vietnamese Land”, Mr. Apirat Sugondhabhirom, Consul General of the Kingdom of Thailand in Ho Chi Minh City said: “MM Mega Market Vietnam has contributed to promoting the relationship between Thailand. and Vietnam, not only in the trade and investment realm, but also in the cultural sphere and in the relationships at the people level. I hope that, in the coming time, Thailand and Vietnam will be able to achieve the target of increasing the two countries’ trade turnover to 20 billion USD as set by the Prime Ministers of the two countries.”
The Consul General also shared: “Around this time, we all know that Vietnamese friends in the central region are suffering heavy consequences caused by natural disasters, I am very happy to know that MM Mega Market has contributed support to the people of Central Vietnam. This shows that Thai enterprises doing business in Vietnam always strive to become Vietnamese partners and friends. Businesses not only know about profits but are always ready to share in difficult times. The Shades of Vietnamese Land is a stepping stone to open up many opportunities for commercial connection activities. The theme “The Shades of Vietnamese Land” is inspired by the oldest and most sparkling festival from Thailand with over 700 years of history – Loy Krathong. With the meaning of showing respect and gratitude to the water god for providing abundant water resources to the people, Loy Krathong is also an opportunity to bless and wish for a peaceful year for relatives and family. In addition to the two main rituals, the Sacrifice of the Ceremony and the Release of the Lanterns, the festival also becomes lively and attracts visitors thanks to outstanding activities such as the parade, traditional dance stage and especially the drop ceremony. Sky lights taking place in November each year are held the most spectacularly in Chiang Mai – Thailand.
In the campus of the opening ceremony “The Shades of Vietnamese Land”, the guests of honor included Mr. Apirat Sugondhabhirom – Consul General of Thailand, representatives from the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Thai Business Association, Office Thai Trade Department as well as Department of Industry and Trade of Ho Chi Minh City, People’s Committee of District 2, Ho Chi Minh City Food Safety Management Board, … have had rich experiences with Thai identity with the program opening traditional dance In Thailand, tasting a variety of cuisines, especially the ritual of releasing lanterns with flowers decorated in colorful festivals. At the end of the program, the guests and representatives of MM Mega Market Vietnam together visit the MM Mega Market An Phu supermarket, where nearly 200 standard Thai export items are in the following categories: food and beverages, beverages. Household appliances, home appliances are on display with a promotion of up to 45%. Customers who are especially interested in new products such as Pad Thai ready-made dishes, Tomyum vermicelli, Thai pho and brands that are always loved in Thailand are now present in Vietnam such as Talaethong squid snack, spicy and sour noodles. Wai wai / MaMa, …
The success of the event “The Shades of Vietnamese Land” will be the premise for many commercial connection activities between the two countries Vietnam – Thai MM to organize in the future and also a motivation for businesses and customers to overcome through the difficult period caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
