Ho Chi Minh City is set to renovate a stretch of land alongside the Saigon River with a $1.1 billion project, which will include parks, public squares, underground facilities, a pedestrian bridge, and cultural amenities.

Tuyen Quang Province in northern Vietnam ranked second nationally in the average English score for this year's high school graduation exam, surpassing Ho Chi Minh City.

Pupils in Ho Chi Minh City will have the opportunity to experience classes led by teachers from King's College School, Wimbledon. This initiative is part of a new academic program called King's Spotlight, ahead of the school's launch in the city.

A study reveals that outdoor workers in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City lose an average of 2.4 working hours daily during heatwaves, impacting their income while increasing their living costs to adapt to rising temperatures.

A criminal ring involved in cat theft has been dismantled in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, leading to the rescue of 40 animals that were reportedly intended for consumption.

Tuition fees at international schools in Ho Chi Minh City have increased to nearly VND1 billion (US$37,985) per year, with most institutions implementing a 3-6% hike for the upcoming 2026-2027 academic year.

Ho Chi Minh City is partnering with researchers from Texas Tech University to locate seven suspected mass graves from the Vietnam War. The effort utilizes captured documents once taken from the deceased to aid in the search.

Heavy rain on June 11 caused flights bound for Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat airport to be diverted to Phu Quoc and Can Tho, leaving passengers stranded for hours.

Ho Chi Minh City, one of Asia's most park-starved cities, is reversing decades of development by converting valuable downtown land into public parks and green spaces.

Experts are urging Ho Chi Minh City to incorporate a climate-smart growth strategy into its 100-year development plan, addressing issues like worsening flooding, rapid subsidence, and rising sea levels.

Ho Chi Minh City is expanding access to housing for foreigners, with the number of eligible projects now exceeding 130.

A seminar in Ho Chi Minh City focused on discussing the challenges and opportunities presented by digital assets for the city's international financial centre.

Vietnam Airlines has inaugurated a new direct flight route connecting Ho Chi Minh City with Phuket.

Ho Chi Minh City is currently hosting an exhibition focused on agricultural inputs, showcasing various products and technologies for the sector.

Ho Chi Minh City police detained 50 people following a pre-dawn raid on a Vung Tau bar, uncovering a drug network where patrons were found using cannabis-laced vape pods. The operation was announced on May 25.

A married couple operating a luxury goods store in Ho Chi Minh City has been arrested for allegedly selling counterfeit products from major international brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Rolex on social media, netting them $170,000.

Ho Chi Minh City is developing ambitious plans to establish a low-altitude Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) manufacturing industry and a supporting ecosystem by the year 2030.

Ho Chi Minh City is planning a Tokyo-style high-rise hub above its new Thu Thiem bullet train station, which will connect Vietnam's future high-speed rail with a new line to Long Thanh airport. A design competition will be held for the project.

King's College School Wimbledon, with a history spanning nearly two centuries, has chosen Ho Chi Minh City as its next destination to bring its educational excellence to Vietnamese students.

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have seized over eight tonnes of unquarantined meat as part of a large-scale food safety crackdown, aiming to ensure public health.

The commute time between Ho Chi Minh City and the new Long Thanh airport is projected to drop from three hours to just half an hour by 2027. This significant reduction is expected to improve connectivity and travel efficiency.

Ho Chi Minh City police have arrested two men accused of passing off 15 tons of pork as beef after soaking it in pig blood and a banned chemical.

A man in Ho Chi Minh City was arrested after allegedly punching a delivery driver in the face during an argument over receiving the wrong model of a dog grooming clipper.

A collection of 29 photos showcasing tiny living spaces around the world illustrates the growing global housing demand and rising rents, with some residents in Ho Chi Minh City living in 72-square-foot homes.

A nearly 77-km coastal highway expansion in Vietnam, featuring a sea-view viaduct and costing VND6.533 trillion (US$247 million), is set to open late this year, linking Ho Chi Minh City with Lam Dong Province.

Thousands gathered in Ho Chi Minh City and Dong Nai to witness fireworks displays celebrating the 51st anniversary of national reunification on April 30.

Ho Chi Minh City has commenced construction on a VND50 trillion ($1.9 billion) urban development package, featuring a new administrative complex, a large public plaza, and the redevelopment of the historic Saigon River area.

Vietnam's Ministry of Health has initiated action following an incident where 25 students at a school in Ho Chi Minh City suddenly fell ill, prompting an investigation into the cause.

Ho Chi Minh City is actively preparing to take a leading role in Vietnam's national semiconductor strategy. This initiative aims to bolster the country's position in the global semiconductor industry.

Ho Chi Minh City is planning to introduce 13 new direct bus routes to Long Thanh International Airport in Dong Nai Province to establish a high-quality airport bus network.

Nearly 40% of job seekers aged 36-49 in Ho Chi Minh City are struggling to find employment as employers increasingly prefer younger workers.

Ho Chi Minh City's legislature has given the green light for the development of a new administrative hub and central square in the Thủ Thiêm area.

More than 500 business leaders are expected to gather in Ho Chi Minh City for The Innovation Insiders #3 event, focusing on discussions about innovation.

Ho Chi Minh City is experiencing a paradoxical situation where apartment prices are rising even as sales slump due to high borrowing costs. This suggests a complex real estate market influenced by various economic factors.

Upgrades to Nguyen Thi Dinh Street, connecting Ho Chi Minh City's largest interchange and a major roundabout, are nearing completion, but 200 utility poles still remain in the middle of the road.

The owner of a banh mi shop in Vung Tau, Vietnam, has been fined VND32 million (US$1,214) for food safety violations after 108 people were hospitalized with food poisoning.

The Phú Mỹ Hưng area is generating significant excitement within the real estate market in Northeast Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Ho Chi Minh City has imposed stricter deadlines for its crucial metro, ring road, and expressway projects, aiming to accelerate urban infrastructure development.

Ho Chi Minh City is implementing stricter land management policies and has conditionally extended multiple development projects.

Police in Ho Chi Minh City are searching for a 19-year-old Taiwanese man suspected of involvement in a homicide that occurred late last month.

Ho Chi Minh City is set to begin construction on over a dozen major infrastructure projects, including new metro lines, an expressway, deep-water ports, and an administrative center, with a total investment exceeding $13 billion.

Ho Chi Minh City has implemented an automated weighing system at its waste treatment facilities. This initiative aims to improve efficiency and accuracy in managing waste disposal and processing.

Ho Chi Minh City aims to significantly expand its metro network by 2030, with plans to build five additional lines totaling 187 km at an estimated cost of nearly US$20 billion, in addition to the existing Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien line.

Families in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, are showing increased interest in German education programs as international curricula options, including British, American, and IB, expand in the country.

The 160-year-old Saint Joseph Seminary in Saigon, featuring a Gothic-style chapel, is the burial site of John Baptist Pham Minh Man, Vietnam's fifth cardinal and former Archbishop of Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City is experiencing a significant surge in public transport demand, a direct consequence of recent fluctuations in fuel prices.

Firefighters in Ho Chi Minh City successfully rescued a 9-year-old boy who became trapped between two walls, using cooking oil to slide him to safety on March 25.

Four cows wandered onto the HCMC-Long Thanh-Dau Giay Expressway, causing traffic disruptions and forcing motorists to take evasive action.

A festival in Ho Chi Minh City is inspiring creativity and innovation among young people. The event aims to foster new ideas and artistic expression within the youth community.

A driver in Ho Chi Minh City has been fined VND5 million (US$190) after opening their car door at an intersection, which resulted in a motorbike crash.

A Chinese suspect has been arrested in Ho Chi Minh City following a killing that occurred in a hotel.

Dropped from his school math team while in 11th grade, Ho Anh Kiet pushed himself by studying 12th-grade math one year in advance to win first prize in the Ho Chi Minh City competition for talented…

Two gold-plated crosses weighing 400 kg each were hoisted to the top of Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral on Thursday morning, marking a milestone in the decade-long restoration of Ho Chi Minh City's most…

Ho Chi Minh City is enhancing its safety regulations and oversight for water-based recreational activities.

A driver in Ho Chi Minh City fled the scene after abruptly opening their car door, leading to a motorcyclist crashing into another vehicle on a busy street.

With more than 88,000 people per square kilometer, this is the most crowded ward in Vietnam, with a density over 10 times higher than in Singapore, the most densely populated country in Southeast…

Over 9.6 million residents from various backgrounds in Ho Chi Minh City have participated in casting their ballots, indicating a significant turnout for an election.

The People's Court of Ho Chi Minh City has sentenced four individuals to death for their involvement in a large-scale drug trafficking ring operating in the city.

Eleven Vietnamese universities have been included in the first Southeast Asia university ranking released by Times Higher Education (THE), with the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City placing…

Slovak families with children found themselves stranded in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, after the outbreak of the Middle East conflict, describing a difficult situation at the airport and cancelling repatriation flight requests to avoid blocking spots for others.

Vietnam Airlines has introduced a new direct flight route connecting Ho Chi Minh City with Phuket, expanding its international network.

Ho Chi Minh City is poised to receive significant foreign direct investment, with billion-dollar projects expected in its digital infrastructure sector.

Ho Chi Minh City has set up a $20 million venture capital fund aimed at supporting startups.

The Ho Chi Minh City Export Furniture Fair has opened, with Vietnam aiming to achieve $19 billion in furniture shipments by 2026.

Ho Chi Minh City and southern Vietnam are entering the peak of the dry season, with temperatures forecast to reach 38-39 degrees Celsius and unseasonal rains expected in March.

A Thai woman was arrested at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City after customs officers found nearly 4.5 kg of cocaine hidden in her suitcase, exposing a suspected transnational trafficking operation.

Ho Chi Minh City has undergone a significant transformation over the past 50 years, with major infrastructure projects like the Ben Thanh-Suoi Tien metro and several bridges and boulevards reshaping its landscape.

Thousands gathered in Ho Chi Minh City to commemorate 50 years since the city was renamed after the late president. The celebration included a live arts program with 3D mapping projection technology.

A Vietnam Airlines flight traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai made an unscheduled landing in Hong Kong after a passenger became seriously ill during the flight.

King's College School Wimbledon is opening its first campus in Ho Chi Minh City, distinguished by its long-established educational philosophy, strong academic performance, and direct oversight from the U.K.

Ho Chi Minh City has proposed a nearly $1.11 billion renovation of its central Saigon River waterfront, which includes burying a section of a riverside road to construct an underground mall.

Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested 200 individuals in connection with a $23 million 'holiday membership' scam. This operation targeted numerous victims with fraudulent schemes.

China Pacific Construction Group has signed an agreement to explore participation in Ho Chi Minh City's 200 km metro expansion project. This marks the second major Chinese company in two weeks to show interest in the system, which has primarily been built by Japan.

Tran Dai Nghia High School for the Gifted in Ho Chi Minh City has opened a new 14,000 sq.m campus featuring modern facilities like sports courts and a smart library, contrasting its original French colonial architecture.

Vietnam is planning a 175-kilometer railway project, estimated at $6.5 billion, to connect Ho Chi Minh City with Can Tho in the Mekong Delta, marking the region's first rail link in nearly seven decades.

Guangzhou Metro, a leading Chinese urban rail operator, has opened a representative office in Ho Chi Minh City, signaling its intent to partner in expanding the city's metro network.

Ho Chi Minh City is set to restart a direct high-speed ferry service to the remote tourist island of Con Dao on June 6, restoring a vital sea link after a nine-month hiatus.

A significant new interchange connecting Long Thanh airport with two key expressways linking Ho Chi Minh City has partially opened, aiming to reduce congestion and eliminate an 18-km detour for drivers.

Vietnam Airlines has announced a new direct flight service connecting Ho Chi Minh City with Phuket, Thailand.

Ho Chi Minh City has been tasked with completing approximately 180 km of new metro lines within five years, aiming to expand its urban rail network tenfold to 200 km by 2030.

A new festival is being launched in Ho Chi Minh City with the aim of providing support and assistance to children facing special circumstances.

Police have arrested foreign suspects near the Cambodian border in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Authorities have arrested two suspects in connection with a shooting incident in downtown Ho Chi Minh City that targeted a group of foreigners, resulting in one death and one injury.

Ho Chi Minh City plans to develop charging infrastructure to support green transportation initiatives.

Police in Ho Chi Minh City detained a sneaker chain owner and seized nearly 1,500 pairs of counterfeit Nike, Adidas, and New Balance shoes, valued at over VND3.3 billion, in an industrial property infringement crackdown.

Farmers on the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City are experiencing severe water shortages as a result of a prolonged heatwave.

The 'Meet Australia 2026' event is slated to take place next week in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

A recent crackdown on counterfeit goods in Ho Chi Minh City has resulted in significant fines totaling $24,600, targeting illegal trade activities.

Ho Chi Minh City teachers have been ordered to assess their English proficiency as part of Vietnam's national plan to establish English as a second language by 2035.

King's College School (KCS) Wimbledon, a 200-year-old UK institution, announced plans to expand its presence in Southeast Asia. The school will open a new campus in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Ho Chi Minh City and Southern Vietnam are preparing for cloudy skies, intermittent sunshine, and expected scattered showers and heavy thunderstorms in the late afternoon and evening over the coming days.

The body of a Korean national was discovered in a Ho Chi Minh City reservoir following a stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) incident.

Ho Chi Minh City is actively developing its culinary scene to serve as a key driver for tourism growth and economic development.

Tesla Education in Ho Chi Minh City has successfully completed a five-year process to implement the full International Baccalaureate (IB) pathway, earning it the prestigious full IB Continuum status.

Ho Chi Minh City authorities have fined gold shops and seized untraceable jewellery as part of a market crackdown.

Dong Nai Province has proposed a 41-kilometer extension of the Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien metro line to directly connect Ho Chi Minh City center with the new Long Thanh mega airport.

Four Lao nationals received life sentences in Ho Chi Minh City for attempting to smuggle over 143 kg of narcotics into Vietnam while posing as tourists.

Ho Chi Minh City is offering cash bonuses of up to $190 to women under 35 who have a second child, as officials declare a 'red alert' over the city's declining fertility rate, the lowest in Vietnam.

The Airports Corporation of Vietnam has proposed a gradual relocation of 90% of international flights from Ho Chi Minh City to the new Long Thanh International Airport in Dong Nai Province by 2027.

VinaCapital has been chosen to co-lead a new venture capital fund based in Ho Chi Minh City. This initiative aims to boost investment in the region's startup ecosystem.

A new food expo has opened in Ho Chi Minh City, showcasing various culinary products and innovations.

Ho Chi Minh City has begun clearing trees to facilitate the ongoing construction work for its Metro Line 2 project, marking progress in the urban transit development.

A stylish travel journey on the Mekong River offers exploration of Vietnam and Cambodia, from Ho Chi Minh City to Angkor and Halong Bay.

Delivery riders in Ho Chi Minh City are experiencing heatstroke symptoms due to scorching temperatures reaching 40 degrees Celsius in Vietnam, with many struggling to cope with the extreme heat while working.

Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam is considering a proposal to introduce free bus rides for its residents, with a potential roll-out in May.

Vietnamese prosecutors have charged 18 individuals for operating a cannabis trafficking ring that used upscale apartments in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to stash over 412 kg of the drug, valued at US$3.5 million.

Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam is setting goals to develop a modern and inclusive healthcare system. The initiative seeks to improve access and quality of medical services for all residents.

Ho Chi Minh City has launched its third smart city integrated circuit design competition, aiming to foster innovation and talent in the technology sector.

Ho Chi Minh City is evaluating a plan to offer free bus services to all residents, aiming to alleviate traffic congestion and reduce environmental pollution as part of a broader green mobility initiative.

Ho Chi Minh City's Book Street is actively working to nurture a vibrant reading culture, adapting to the challenges and opportunities of the digital age.

A Ho Chi Minh City court ordered Vietnam's largest cinema chain to pay over VND3.8 billion (US$144,000) to a British executive who was demoted and fired, concluding a decade-long legal battle.

Ho Chi Minh City is actively working to boost its MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourism sector to elevate its status as a premier destination.

Ho Chi Minh City is extending its first dedicated bicycle lane to directly connect with its metro system, marking a significant step towards building a car-alternative transport network.

Ho Chi Minh City plans to invest over $46 million to construct the Rach Tra tidal sluice in its northwestern area, as part of ongoing efforts to address chronic urban flooding.

Ho Chi Minh City has announced traffic restrictions in the Thủ Thiêm area, which will remain in effect until March 25.

A mock trial held in Ho Chi Minh City aimed to raise public awareness regarding illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing practices.

Ho Chi Minh City is implementing stricter controls over fuel retail operations in response to ongoing market volatility, aiming to stabilize the local fuel supply and pricing.

A Chinese national, suspected of killing a foreign man at a hotel, was arrested at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City while attempting to flee the country.

Firms in Ho Chi Minh City are adjusting their markets to maintain jobs amidst global shipping disruptions.

A 31-year-old man violently attacked a 44-year-old female food delivery worker in Ho Chi Minh City, repeatedly striking her on the head and face after an argument over a delivery.

Ho Chi Minh City is scheduled to commence construction of the Ben Thanh-Thu Thiem section of Metro Line No. 2 in April. This initiative aims to accelerate the development of its urban rail network and establish a strategic link to key economic centers and major airports.

Ho Chi Minh City has introduced a public electric bicycle system as part of its efforts to promote green transportation and reduce carbon emissions.

The Ho Chi Minh City Management Center of Public Transport under the municipal Department of Construction launched a public electric bicycle service on March 15, marking a new step in efforts to expand green urban mobility.

Ho Chi Minh City is developing various growth scenarios to navigate the current global economic uncertainty, as reported by vietnamnews.vn.

Ho Chi Minh City is studying a plan to run express metro trains between Tan Son Nhat and Long Thanh airports, cutting travel time to about 30 minutes over a distance of roughly 60 km, the city's top leader said.

Vingroup, Vietnam's largest private conglomerate, has proposed building a 14-km sea crossing combining a bridge and an underwater tunnel to connect two coastal areas of Ho Chi Minh City.

A motorbike taxi driver has been arrested at Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat International Airport after assaulting a female passenger and destroying her luggage.

Ho Chi Minh City authorities have mandated stricter inspections and enforcement against illegal modifications that block emergency exits in apartment buildings, aiming to enhance fire safety measures across the city.

Ho Chi Minh City is set to survey over 1,400 households to revive stalled redevelopment projects in its central area, including the Ma Lang slum and Ga-Gao Market.

Ho Chi Minh City authorities have tightened oversight of large-scale events on Nguyen Hue Walking Street and nearby Le Loi Street after complaints about congestion, noise and disruptions.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved the emergency implementation of metro lines connecting Ho Chi Minh City with Long Thanh International Airport to alleviate traffic congestion.

Ho Chi Minh City has deployed 169 electric buses on nine routes from Sunday, the Public Transport Management Center under the municipal Department of Construction announced.

Major healthcare projects in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, are reportedly gaining momentum following the Tết holiday push.

Contractors in Ho Chi Minh City have started constructing the Pham Van Bach Station, one of ten underground stations for the city's second metro route, by lowering steel reinforcement cages to a depth of 41 meters.

Two Ukrainian nationals and one Vietnamese individual have been sentenced to prison in Ho Chi Minh City for operating a loan sharking scheme that charged exorbitant interest rates of up to 792%.

Ho Chi Minh City's Public Transport Management Center has announced a program to provide 100% bus fare support for all passengers on 134 routes, starting next month.

A criminal gang in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, has been busted for stealing cats that were intended to be used as food.

Vietnamese police dismantled a large cat theft network that allegedly operated for three years, supplying illegal meat trade. Nine suspects were arrested and over 400 stolen cats were rescued in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam's new Long Thanh International Airport, set to open near Ho Chi Minh City later this year, will integrate three rail stations in front of its main terminal. This infrastructure project aims to connect the airport to a high-speed train and two metro lines, despite a cramped site.

Heavy rain on June 15 caused significant flooding in Ho Chi Minh City's Thao Dien, an expat neighborhood, submerging roads and leaving residents to wade through water.

Many residents on Do Xuan Hop Street in Ho Chi Minh City have demolished parts of their homes and handed over land to widen the street to six lanes, aiming to alleviate a bottleneck near the HCMC-Long Thanh-Dau Giay Expressway.

Officials have concluded that a Ho Chi Minh City park likely conceals a mass grave containing about 900 soldiers killed during the 1968 Tet Offensive, following an eight-year forensic search.

Experts warn that simply relocating people to the suburbs will not resolve Ho Chi Minh City's traffic congestion issues. Many residents, like Nguyen Van Hung, still face long daily commutes despite moving to the outskirts over a decade ago.

Over 151,000 teenagers in Ho Chi Minh City faced an unusual question on their high school entrance exam, drawn from a story about a robot learning to feel, prompting reflection on what it means to be human.

Ho Chi Minh City is hosting an innovation summit aimed at attracting and boosting private capital investment into strategic economic sectors. The event seeks to foster collaboration and drive growth in key industries.

Ho Chi Minh City is hosting an international expo showcasing the latest in electronics and smart appliances.

One of two Samoan men arrested in Vietnam has confessed to being hired to kill an Australian man with reported links to Sydney's criminal underworld outside a restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City.

The HBSO (Ho Chi Minh City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera) is set to present the classic ballet 'Cinderella' at the Opera House this weekend.

Two suspects accused of fatally shooting an Australian man in downtown Ho Chi Minh City told investigators they acted under orders from an overseas 'boss,' according to police.

Young people are reportedly at the forefront of driving digital transformation initiatives in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Ho Chi Minh City is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the iconic Vespa scooter. The milestone marks eight decades of the beloved Italian brand.

A woman apprehended at Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat airport wearing and carrying over 2 kg of gold jewelry has led police to an estimated $11.4 million gold trafficking ring operating between Cambodia and Vietnam.

Construction of the Thu Thiem – Long Thanh railway project, connecting Ho Chi Minh City to Long Thanh airport, is slated to commence before July 2, coinciding with the city's 50th anniversary.

Ho Chi Minh City is positioning itself to become a major capital flow hub for the maritime economy, seeking to attract investment and foster growth in the sector.

Ho Chi Minh City is implementing advanced digital fisheries management systems in an effort to resolve the European Union's 'yellow card' warning regarding illegal fishing.

Two internationally recognized scientists, including one ranked among the world's top 1% in engineering, will teach postgraduate courses and supervise research at Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City.

A nearly 4-kilometer section of Provincial Road 25B, a new 10-lane road connecting Ho Chi Minh City to the Long Thanh international airport, has opened to traffic, featuring synchronized streetlights.

A South Korean businessman was found dead on May 2 after going missing during a stand-up paddleboarding trip in Ho Chi Minh City the previous day, concluding an overnight search.

Vietnam has designated three additional universities in Ho Chi Minh City for priority state investment, aiming to position at least eight higher education institutions among Asia's top 200 by 2030.

Major exits from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi experienced severe traffic congestion on Thursday morning as thousands of residents departed for the four-day Reunification Day and May Day holidays.

Two students from Ton Duc Thang University and Ho Chi Minh City University of Education have successfully published a paper in a prestigious, century-old Q1 mathematics journal.

The Party General Secretary and State President of Việt Nam held a meeting with workers in Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City has granted investment certificates to four new high-tech projects, aiming to boost technological development in the region.

Forecasters predict that Ho Chi Minh City and southern Vietnam will likely experience the start of their rainy season in early May, approximately 10 days earlier than usual, with warnings of thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hail.

The Ho Chi Minh City People's Council has approved an investment policy for a significant central city square and administrative center project in Thu Thiem, with an estimated cost of approximately $1.13 billion.

Ho Chi Minh City experienced a fall in remittances in early 2026, attributed to global economic headwinds. This indicates the impact of international economic conditions on local finances.

A third-grade teacher in Ho Chi Minh City has been suspended after punishing five students by making them prick their own hands with medical syringes. The punishment was for classroom offenses such as talking, fooling around, and skipping midday naps.

Ho Chi Minh City has approved a consortium, led by the world's largest container carrier, to construct the VND128.872 trillion (US$4.9 billion) Can Gio International Transshipment Port, aiming to establish Vietnam as a regional container hub.

Ho Chi Minh City plans to relocate over 400 trees in its downtown area to facilitate the construction of the second metro line, connecting Ben Thanh and Tham Luong.

Ho Chi Minh City is preparing to host a spectacular seven-site fireworks display on April 30, promising a grand celebration for residents and visitors.

Salmonella bacteria has been identified in a suspected food poisoning incident affecting a school in Ho Chi Minh City, prompting an investigation into the outbreak.

Spanish model Andrea Aybar is facing accusations from prosecutors in Ho Chi Minh City for allegedly paying her personal assistant to supply her with methamphetamine for drug parties at her luxury apartment.

Ho Chi Minh City is set to launch a design contest for a new expressway interchange, aiming to enhance urban infrastructure and traffic flow.

Southern provinces of Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City, are bracing for a prolonged period of sweltering weather, with temperatures expected to exceed 37 degrees Celsius throughout April.

Ho Chi Minh City authorities are preparing to allocate approximately VND7 trillion (US$280 million) annually to implement free bus travel across the city, with a policy finalization expected by late April.

Ho Chi Minh City authorities are urging businesses to expedite the installation of over 3,000 battery-swap cabinets and charging stations for electric motorbikes by April 20.

A 10-ton steel beam detached from a tractor-trailer in Ho Chi Minh City, resulting in the death of an oncoming truck driver and causing significant traffic disruption for hours near Kenh Te Bridge.

The SaigonTex – SaigonFabric 2026 exhibition is scheduled to take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, featuring global textile innovations.

Vietnam has lowered fuel prices after diesel costs doubled since the war, while public transport demand in Ho Chi Minh City has surged due to rising fuel prices amid the Middle East conflict. Concurrently, fuel prices in Thailand have jumped 22% after subsidies were slashed.

Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam has reported its first three fatalities linked to hand, foot and mouth disease for the year 2026.

Commuters in Ho Chi Minh City are increasingly opting for metro and bus services, abandoning motorbikes as fuel prices surge to levels not seen since 2022, exacerbated by the Middle East conflict.

A tragic house fire in Ho Chi Minh City has resulted in the deaths of a mother and her child, as reported by vietnamnews.vn.

Cardinal John Baptist Pham Minh Man, the fifth cardinal of the Catholic Church in Vietnam and former Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Ho Chi Minh City, has died at the age of 92 after a prolonged illness.

Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam is advancing its e-court model to enhance judicial efficiency and streamline legal processes.

After 11 years of restoration, Vietnam’s oldest courthouse in Ho Chi Minh City has been revitalized, preserving its historic architecture while enhancing its condition and functionality.

Ho Chi Minh City is implementing a new fast-track mechanism to prioritize and accelerate the development of social housing projects, aiming to address the city's housing needs.

Ho Chi Minh City is moving forward with preparations for the construction of the Cần Giờ Bridge project.

Traffic police in Ho Chi Minh City have identified more than 84,500 traffic violations since early 2026, utilizing a network of surveillance cameras alongside direct on-road monitoring.

With more than 88,000 people per square kilometer, this is the most crowded ward in Vietnam, with a density over 10 times higher than in Singapore, the most densely populated country in Southeast Asia.

Ho Chi Minh City plans to invest $1.55 billion in building three new roads this year to Tay Ninh Province, aiming to boost connectivity with Cambodia.

Ho Chi Minh City is implementing a pilot program designed to increase the commercialization of research projects, aiming to bridge the gap between academia and industry.

Ho Chi Minh City's metro line will be extended to Long Thanh International Airport under an emergency fast-track mechanism, approved by the government to address future transport bottlenecks.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 11 MAR - The role of design and architecture in the transformation of cities was the focus of Italian Design Day 2026, organized by the Consulate General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City…

Ho Chi Minh City plans to accelerate the renovation of the Thanh Đa area and the removal of houses located along canals as part of urban development efforts.

Authorities in HCMC have set a goal of making the entire metropolis drug-free by 2030, launching a broad push that combines enforcement and community prevention programs.

Ho Chi Minh City will provide free bus and metro rides on election day to encourage voter participation.

54 people, including 11 children, were hospitalized after eating banh mi from a single street stall in Ho Chi Minh City's Vung Tau Ward on the evening of March 2, extending a wave of outbreaks that…

Ho Chi Minh City and southern Vietnam are entering the peak of the dry season, with temperatures expected to reach 38-39 degrees Celsius on some days in March, accompanied by unseasonal rains.

Ho Chi Minh City is fast-tracking an underground metro line to connect its downtown to Long Thanh International Airport, Vietnam's largest-ever infrastructure project, set to open by June with no rail link to the city that will supply most of its passengers.