The shopping malls, supermarkets and traditional markets around the city will join the shopping season from June 15 to July 15 with promotions of up to 100 percent extra (buy 1 get 1 free).

The promotions of up to 100 percent extra will be provided during the programme.

In addition to distribution businesses and retail systems, this year’s shopping season features the participation of e-commerce platforms, manufacturers, travel agencies, accommodation and catering providers, and transportation companies.

A number of businesses in the fields of electronics, fashion and food have registered many promotions with a total value exceeding tens of billions of Vietnamese dong.

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade will organise a promotional fair from June 28 to July 3, featuring about 450 pavilions.

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Source: NDO