Vietnamese booths launched in French supermarkets

PARIS — France's Carrefour Group and the Vietnamese Embassy in the European country last week launched the Vietnamese booths at all supermarkets run by the French retailer, on the occasion of the Vietnamese traditional New Year (Tết). At Carrefour supermarket in Lyon city, the Vietnamese booth introduced many agricultural products such as rice, spring rolls, noodles, and coffee, along with industrial products. He said he has directed all member supermarkets to ensure the supply of Vietnamese products to meet their customers' demand. Lebon said that Vietnamese rice, coffee and tea are popular among French consumers, and Vietnamese fruits are receiving increasing attention from local shoppers. Last year, Carrefour and the Vietnamese Embassy in France organised three promotion programmes of Vietnamese products.