Vietnamese construction group opens first showroom in Cuba
The Vietnam Glass and Ceramics for Construction Corporation (Viglacera) recently inaugurated its first showroom under the Cuban Ministry of Construction’s Escambray chain stores.
Hanoi (VNA) - The Vietnam Glass and Ceramics for Construction Corporation (Viglacera) recently inaugurated its first showroom under the Cuban Ministry of Construction’s Escambray chain stores, in the capital of Havana, according to Viglacera Gener⛎al Director Nguyenဣ Anh Tuan.
With the aim to bring more Viglacera construction products to Cuban people, the corporation will continue introducing its products at 15 outlets of the Escambray chain, he added.
The Vietnamese firm recently participated in the 11th International Construction Fair (FECONS 2016), in Havana.
Viglacera exhibited products including sanitary wares, ceramic tiles, glass for construction and showers.
Vietnam is the second largest Asian trade partner of Cuba, with two-way trade value exceeding 205 million USD in 2014.
Rice and aquatic products are among Vietnamese key exports to Cuba.-VNA
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