Vietnam launches first specialties e-commerce platform
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The site offers about 20,000 agro-forestry-fishery products, herbal food, beverage and handicrafts and others from 5,000 suppliers. All listed goods have clear origins and quality certificates issued by competent authorities.
The platform sells commodities directly to customers from suppliers. The VNPOST only cooperates with reputable partners who have obtained business licences and food safety certificates.
Prices of goods and delivery services are posted publicly, while payment for the shipment is collected at the time of delivery.
At the launching ceremony, Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Minh Hong asked the VNPOST to pay attention to technical infrastructure and working mechanism for safe and legal transactions.
VNPOST General Director Pham Anh Tuan said his company wants to form links with suppliers of specialties across regions.
Through the site, VNPOST hopes to contribute to promoting the “Vietnamese people give priority to using Vietnamese goods” campaign, Tuan added.
Questions & Answers
Q.What types of products are available on this new e-commerce platform?
What types of products are available on this new e-commerce platform?
The platform offers approximately 20,000 items, including agro-forestry-fishery products, herbal food, beverages, and handicrafts. These goods come from 5,000 different suppliers.
Q.How does VNPOST ensure the quality and legitimacy of the products sold on the site?
How does VNPOST ensure the quality and legitimacy of the products sold on the site?
All listed goods have clear origins and quality certificates from competent authorities. VNPOST collaborates only with reputable partners holding business licences and food safety certificates, ensuring safe and legal transactions.
Q.When are customers required to pay for their purchases made on the platform?
When are customers required to pay for their purchases made on the platform?
Prices for goods and delivery services are publicly displayed on the platform. However, payment for the shipment is collected from the customer at the time of delivery, rather than upfront.
Q.What is VNPOST's broader objective for launching this e-commerce platform?
What is VNPOST's broader objective for launching this e-commerce platform?
VNPOST aims to connect with specialty suppliers nationwide and promote the 'Vietnamese people give priority to using Vietnamese goods' campaign. They hope the site will contribute to this national initiative.
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