On December 30, 2024, the Hanoi OCOP Council inaugurated the conference to evaluate and classify 118 potential 4-star and 5-star OCOP products. This is a significant event aimed at recognizing and honoring outstanding products, while fostering a more robust development of the OCOP program in the coming time.

Attending this conference, Bao Minh Confectionery Joint Stock Company brought 6 typical products:
- Banh Trong with pandan flavor
- Banh Trong with gac fruit flavor
- Banh Trong with corn flavor
- Banh Cha
- Mung bean baked mooncake
- Mixed nuts baked mooncake

The results of the conference recognized the continuous efforts of Bao Minh in enhancing the quality and value of traditional products:
- 3 potential 5-star products: Banh Trong with pandan flavor, Banh Trong with gac fruit flavor, Banh Trong with corn flavor.
- 3 products achieved 4 stars: Banh Cha, Mung bean baked mooncake, Mixed nuts baked mooncake.

Speaking at the conference, Mr. Nguyen Van Chi, Standing Deputy Chief of the Office of the New Rural Development Coordination Office of Hanoi, emphasized: “Hanoi identifies OCOP as a highly significant program. Developing OCOP products aims to awaken the potential advantages of rural areas and increase income for residents. At the same time, the program contributes to restructuring the agricultural sector in connection with the development of cottage industries, trades, services, and rural tourism, promoting sustainable rural economic development.”
He also added that the OCOP program not only aims to preserve cultural values, biodiversity, and the rural landscape, but also promotes the application of digital transformation and the circular economy, contributing to building a more effective and sustainable new countryside.
In implementation of Plan No. 322/KH-UBND dated December 28, 2023 of the City People's Committee and Plan No. 21/KH-HĐOCOP dated February 27, 2024 of the City OCOP Council, it is expected that in 2024, Hanoi will evaluate and classify approximately 400 OCOP products.
Transparent and fair evaluation process
According to Mr. Nguyen Van Chi, the steps for evaluating OCOP products are carried out thoroughly through multiple levels: from provincial-level appraisal, practical inspection of facilities, and quality analysis, to the central level organizing evaluation and announcing results. Products that meet standards will be granted certificates and honored at the national level.
To ensure transparency and objectivity, Mr. Nguyen Van Chi requested that Council members strictly follow the criteria specified in Decision No. 148/QD-TTg dated February 24, 2023 of the Prime Minister and the Operating Regulations of the City OCOP Council during the evaluation process.
Bao Minh – A bright spot at the conference

As a leading enterprise in the field of traditional confectionery production, Bao Minh Confectionery Joint Stock Company participated in the conference with 6 typical products, all of which were rated 4 stars or higher. Speaking at the conference, Ms. Ngo Thi Tinh – General Director of Bao Minh Company shared: “These are all products favored by customers in the market. We wish to continue to be recognized as 4-star OCOP for all 6 products, affirming our continuous efforts in preserving traditional values and improving quality. The results from the conference's evaluation have proven the creativity and superior quality of Bao Minh.'

Bao Minh – Spreading the traditional flavors of Vietnam
The OCOP product evaluation conference is an opportunity for businesses to affirm their brand and product quality, while contributing to sustainable rural economic development. The success at this event has affirmed the creativity and innovation of Bao Minh in developing products that carry traditional flavors combined with modern standards.

Banh Trong with pandan, gac, and corn flavors – products that achieved 4-star and potential 5-star OCOP ratings – not only demonstrate superior quality but also honor the beauty of Vietnamese folk cuisine, affirming Bao Minh's solid position in the hearts of consumers.
Commitment to quality and sustainable development
Bao Minh is proud to be one of the leading units in maintaining and developing traditional Vietnamese products, contributing to promoting local economic and cultural development. In the future, the company will continue to innovate and improve product quality, aiming for the goal of achieving more stars on the national OCOP map.





