(HBO) – A made-in-Vietnam products fair was held by the province’s trade, investment and tourism promotion centre from September 16-18 in Kim Boi district’s Tu Son commune. The move aimed to implement the programme of bringing Vietnamese goods to rural, mountainous and remote areas.
The
made-in-Vietnam products fair attracts thousands of local residents.
The
event created opportunities for people in rural, mountainous and remote areas
to get access to a wide range of Vietnamese products which have high quality
and clear origin as well as rational prices.
Fifteen companies showcased their products at 25 booths, including garments and
textiles, agro-forestry products, seafood, processed food, household appliances,
and cosmetics, among others.
Many ethnic people in Kim Boi district visited and bought products at the fair
in response to the campaign "Vietnamese people prioritise Vietnamese goods”./.
Maximizing local potential and advantages, Yen Tri commune in Yen Thuy district is actively promoting the cultivation of medicinal herbs and turning medicinal herbs into One Commune - One Product (OCOP) products.
Situated at the gateway to the Northwest, Hoa Binh province has a population of over 900,000, including about 540,000 of working age. It is home to 6,000 businesses and production facilities, providing employment for over 100,000 workers. The remaining workforce is engaged in informal jobs, works in enterprises outside the province, or contributes to agro-forestry-fisheries. Additionally, around 3,000 workers are employed abroad.
The Hoa Binh provincial People's Committee has issued Decision No. 2767/QD-UBND announcing the rankings of departments, agencies, districts and Hoa Binh city in the Public Administration Reform Index (PAR) and the Satisfaction Index of Public Administration Services (SIPAS) in 2024.
The cultivation of Dam Xanh fish (Bangana lemassoni), a unique fish species, has seen remarkable growth in Mai Chau district, thanks to its high economic value and effectiveness. Initially concentrated in Van Mai commune, farming has now extended to four other communes, namely Mai Hich, Mai Ha, Chieng Chau, and Son Thuy. These areas benefit from pristine underground water flowing from mountain crevices, providing ideal conditions for raising this specialty fish.
In 2024, the total state budget revenue of Hoa Binh Province is estimated at approximately VND 6,930 billion, achieving 183% of the Government’s target, 126% of the target assigned by the Provincial People's Council, and 145% compared to the same period last year.
In 2024, Hoa Binh province has shown signs of improvement in attracting investment and developing enterprises.