A series of major trade and tourism connectivity events opened on September 4 in Ho Chi Minh City, including Vietnam International Sourcing (VIS) 2025, the Ho Chi Minh City Export Forum, and the International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC) 2025.

The VIS 2025 has drawn 450 procurement delegations from 60 countries and territories. Spanning 10,000 sq. m, it showcases 12,000 products from more than 400 Vietnamese businesses across diverse sectors including agriculture, processed food, beverages, textiles, footwear, furniture, packaging, and supporting industries.

With over 3,000 scheduled B2B meetings and some 5,000 additional connections expected, VIS continues to serve as a key bridge linking Vietnamese enterprises with global distribution networks.

Meanwhile, the ITE HCMC 2025 provides a dynamic platform for localities and tourism businesses to promote unique products, services, and destinations to international audiences. The expo has attracted over 500 domestic and international enterprises and 250 buyers.

As part of the ITE HCMC, the HCM City Export Forum focused on digital and green transformation in Vietnam’s tourism sector, solutions for sustainable growth, and the emerging potential of medical tourism.