On November 2, as part of a working visit to Thailand, a Dak Lak provincial delegation led by comrade Y Giang Gry Nie Knong, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front Committee of Dak Lak Province, held a meeting with BJC Group executives to discuss investment cooperation opportunities, development of distribution networks along with expanded markets for the provincial agricultural products.

Dak Lak provincial delegation visiting BJC Group’s business operations and distribution network in Thailand.

BJC is a multi-sector Thai conglomerate that operates the Big C retail chain in Thailand and MM Mega Market in Viet Nam.

At the meeting, comrade Y Giang Gry Nie Knong proposed that BJC consider investing in a hypermarket in Dak Lak and share its site selection criteria, as well as requirements for land area, infrastructure combined with logistics; therefore, the both sides could coordinate site surveys. The province also expressed its wish to introduce local agricultural and processed products into BJC’s retail network in Viet Nam, with a view to gradually expanding into the Thai market and other suitable markets.

Moreover, the province called on the group to consider investing in local agricultural production and deep-processing facilities to utilise available raw materials as well as increase product value. Dak Lak also highlighted its potential for energy development and the advantages offered by expressway routes currently under construction, which are expected to facilitate goods transportation together with expand production and business activities.

Comrade Y Giang Gry Nie Knong affirmed that the province would direct relevant agencies to provide information on planning and available land, connect BJC with capable businesses, cooperatives alongside suppliers; concurrently, invite the group’s executives to visit Dak Lak for on-site surveys.

BJC representatives spoke highly of Dak Lak’s economic potential, agricultural advantages and strategic position in regional connectivity, while acknowledging the provincial cooperation proposals. The group expressed its desire to continue exchanging information while exploring the needs and practical conditions of both sides to identify suitable areas for cooperation in the coming period.

Translated by HAI LOAN