The 2018 HCM City Industry and Trade Promotion Fair will be held from July 24 to 29 at District 11’s Phu Tho Stadium, according to the city’s Department of Industry and Trade.

The fair aims to attract 300 businesses and 450 booths, and will organise several events to help businesses promote their brands and products.

A wide range of businesses will take part in the event, including companies in food and beverages, clothing, technologies, shoes, accessories and supporting industries.

The fair plays an important role in improving firms’competitiveness and brand promotion and the reputation of Vietnamese goods, according to Hoang Tho Vuong, director of the HCM City Centre for Supporting Industries Development.

The fair also helps businesses find potential partners and increase exports.