OPENING OF INTERNATIONAL-SCALE EVENT SERIES IN HO CHI MINH CITY: THE 19TH HO CHI MINH CITY INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL EXPO (ITE HCMC) 2025, EXPORT FORUM 2025, AND “INTERNATIONAL GOODS SUPPLY CHAIN CONNECTION” EVENT, THEME “GREEN CONNECTION – SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT”
Three Major Events – One Destination, Boosting Economic Momentum
The simultaneous organization of three events has created a synergistic strength, opening up unprecedented multilateral, multi-sectoral linkage opportunities. The series of events not only promoted the success of each program but also created a strong “flow” for Vietnam’s tourism, trade, investment, and export.
Vice Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, Mr. Nguyen Van Dung, emphasized: “The simultaneous organization of three events is a symbol of harmony in development strategy and vision.” This event also demonstrates the City’s commitment to creating a favorable business environment, fostering a green, sustainable, and innovative economic – tourism – trade ecosystem.
ITE HCMC 2025: Elevating Vietnamese Tourism
With the theme “Sustainable Tourism – Vibrant Experiences,” ITE HCMC 2025 continues to affirm its position as the only tourism promotion event in Vietnam featuring an International Buyer program. The fair attracted over 500 tourism businesses, 250 premium buyers from 41 countries and territories, along with tens of thousands of visitors, promising over 12,000 business appointments. ITE HCMC 2025 is not just a meeting place but also a forum for businesses and localities to build unique, distinctive tourism products, aiming for green and responsible tourism.
Export & Supply Chain Connection Forum: Expanding Trade Opportunities
Serving as a reputable bridge, the 2025 Export Forum and the “International Goods Supply Chain Connection” event welcomed over 300 purchasing delegations from 60 countries and territories. More than 12,000 products from Vietnam’s key sectors such as agricultural products, processed foods, consumer goods, and supporting industries were introduced. Thousands of B2B connections took place, creating substantial cooperation opportunities, helping Vietnamese businesses integrate deeper into the global value chain and diversify markets.
International Integration: Ho Chi Minh City’s Megacity Status
Coinciding with the series of events, Ho Chi Minh City also had the honor of hosting the 12th General Assembly of the Tourism Promotion Organization for Global Cities (TPO). This event once again affirmed Ho Chi Minh City’s position and capabilities on the international stage. The City is not only Vietnam’s largest economic and financial center but is also transforming into an international-caliber megacity, among the top 100 most livable cities in the world.
The consolidation of these three major events is a special milestone in the development journey of Ho Chi Minh City and the nation, demonstrating the spirit of innovation and proactive integration. This is a golden opportunity to promote the image of a dynamic, distinctive Vietnam, ready to connect and cooperate for a sustainable future.
