Diverse Christmas markets

At this time, the Christmas spirit has spread throughout the streets and shopping centers in the province. This year, the market for Christmas goods is very vibrant, with abundant supply and diverse designs, meeting the varied needs of people for shopping, decorating, and gift-giving.

A wide variety of Christmas decorations are available at GO! Ha Long supermarket.

Observations in central areas, streets, and wards and communes throughout the province show that many shops, shopping malls, and supermarkets have displayed "typical" products for the Christmas market such as: Christmas trees, wreaths, Santa Claus figures, reindeer, bells, ornaments, fairy lights, nativity scene decorations, etc. These items come in various sizes, colors, and materials, suitable for many spaces from homes, schools, and offices to churches, hotels, and tourist areas.

Besides traditional decorations, this year's Christmas market also sees an increase in gift items, souvenirs, handmade goods, Christmas gift boxes, teddy bears, scented candles, and eco-friendly decorations. In particular, domestically produced products are increasingly favored by consumers thanks to their improved designs, consistent quality, and reasonable prices.

Several small traders in the Ha Long I market area, Hong Gai ward, shared: Many people and businesses bought goods a month in advance to decorate and create an early Christmas atmosphere. Prices for Christmas items this year are stable, ranging from tens of thousands of dong for small accessories to several million dong for large Christmas trees and high-end decorations. The products were also imported early, ensuring a sufficient supply to meet market demand.

Ms. Tran Lan Phuong (Ha Lam ward) said: "This Christmas, my family started shopping and decorating early. I noticed that this year's Christmas market has many new items, with a wide variety of designs and materials. The items also come in many shapes, suitable for different decorating spaces. Consumers can easily choose products that suit the needs and conditions of their family or workplace."

Not only are traditional markets and stores bustling with activity, but online sales channels are also seeing a significant increase in orders. Many stores are leveraging social media and e-commerce platforms to showcase products, offer comprehensive decoration advice, and provide home delivery, making shopping more convenient for consumers amidst the growing demand for quick and easy purchases.

Besides traditional decorations, this year's Christmas market also sees an increase in gift items, souvenirs, handmade goods, gift boxes, and more.

However, alongside the positive signs, the Christmas market also harbors the risk of substandard goods and goods of unknown origin, especially decorative items with electrical devices and flashing lights. These are product groups prone to safety and quality violations if not strictly controlled. To ensure the stable and safe operation of the Christmas market, from the beginning of December, the Provincial Market Management Department directed its subordinate Market Management Teams to strengthen their monitoring efforts and proactively develop plans for market inspections and controls during the year-end period and before and during the 2026 New Year.

Along with controlling the Tet market, local market management teams also focused on inspecting goods for Christmas such as decorations, electrical and electronic goods, food, and confectionery. Particular emphasis was placed on controlling the origin, labeling, quality of products, and price listing according to regulations. Market management forces also intensified inspections of concentrated business locations, wholesale markets, shopping centers, retail stores combined with warehouses, and online businesses to ensure the safety and rights of consumers.

Team No. 5 of the Market Management Department, in coordination with the Quang Ninh Provincial Tax Department, conducted legal awareness campaigns and distributed leaflets to business owners at Ha Long II Market.

Alongside inspection and control activities, market management forces focus on disseminating information and educating the public about commercial laws and consumer rights protection, especially during the peak shopping season at the end of the year. Through direct meetings, leaflet distribution, and on-site guidance, market management forces advise people to choose products with clear origins and complete labels, prioritize domestically produced goods, and avoid buying counterfeit or unusually cheap products.

With abundant supply, reasonable prices, and proactive management, the Christmas goods market in Quang Ninh this year is considered stable, diverse, and creates a warm, vibrant, and safe festive atmosphere.

Minh Duc

Source: https://baoquangninh.vn/da-dang-thi-truong-giang-sinh-3389081.html