The EMPRETEC training program is managed by the Secretariat of the United Nations Organization for Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in Geneva, Switzerland. Empretec is the United Nations' pioneering program on entrepreneurship development (In Spanish, EMPRETEC is a combination of two words emprendedores - entrepreneurship and tecnología - technology). The first EMPRETEC program was introduced in Argentina in 1998. To date, the program has expanded to over 30 countries in Africa and Latin America, supporting more than 200,000 businesses and training more than 600 trainers.
The objective of the program is to improve production capacity and international competitiveness, towards the goal of economic development. EMPRETEC has the ability to change the behavior of entrepreneurs to lead their business activities more effectively. In particular, it helps potential entrepreneurs turn their thoughts into actual actions and gives them more confidence in their business.
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Since 2010, Empretec Vietnam Program has organized 22 training courses. Currently, the total number of Empretec member enterprises has reached more than 450 people nationwide (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Da Nang, Thai Nguyen, Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, Phu Tho, Quang Ninh). ). On December 12, 2015, more than 200 units and individuals from more than 150 businesses, including Glotrans, were present at the Hanoi Museum to attend the Empretec Entrepreneurs Day to build and connect business networks. individuals, connecting trade and finding new business opportunities.
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The festival is organized with 2 main contents including Workshop / Trade and Fair to introduce services and products.
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The content of the seminar focused on introducing attendees to the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) and updated information and recommendations for businesses; The Fair is an opportunity for businesses to introduce to the business community in general and Empretec entrepreneurs in particular about their products and services in order to connect trade, find partners and expand business networks.
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In the Fair area, Glotrans has set up a booth to introduce its strong services and has attracted the attention of many entrepreneurs participating in the festival.
As the United States officially imposes countervailing duties of up to 46% on certain export products from Vietnam, the Vietnamese logistics sector is facing significant challenges—including rising operational costs, longer shipping times, and the risk of supply chain disruptions.
It is evident that digitalization has become the defining trend of the modern era. Across all industries and sectors, businesses are shifting from traditional development strategies to automation and digital transformation, aiming to optimize operational efficiency and productivity.
Europe remains one of the most important and promising export markets for Vietnamese enterprises, especially following the implementation of the EU–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA). With a population of over 740 million and a total GDP of approximately USD 18 trillion, the region has a strong and diverse demand for imports ranging from agricultural products and processed foods to industrial goods, electronics, and textiles.
In an effort to continuously enhance our position and expand our global network, Glotrans actively participated in the PPL AGM 2025 Annual Meeting in Hong Kong from May 25 to May 28. This is a key event, providing us with valuable opportunities to enhance our expertise and develop international partnerships.
On May 18, 2025, Glotrans HCM officially entered its 13 years of operation, marking an ever-growing journey in international logistics and freight forwarding.
