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Ho Chi Minh City honors Swiss heroes of 1969 Notre Dame protest

In a historic gesture, Ho Chi Minh City recognized two Swiss citizens for their solidarity with Vietnam during the war, symbolized by a flag-raising at Notre Dame Cathedral.

Two Indonesian nationals injured in hit-and-run on Nguyen Hue walking street

A young man fled the scene after his motorbike collided with two foreign women on Nguyen Hue Walking Street, leaving them injured and requiring hospitalization.

HCM City ranks third in Southeast Asia for startup ecosystem value: report

Ho Chi Minh City ranks third in Southeast Asia in terms of startup ecosystem value, with an economic impact of 5.22 billion USD, according to Startup Genome Global Startup Ecosystem Report, released at the Saigon Summit recently held in the city.

HCM City to support public officials amid high workloads

Ho Chi Minh City has approved a project to create a more efficient civil service by 2030 to better serve the public while promoting its growth.

UK stands ready to help Vietnam build international financial hub

The UK’s support for Vietnam in establishing an international financial hub is a significant development that reflects the growing economic ties between the two nations.

Tourists wade through flooded streets in HCM City's downpour

Midday rains on November 13 caused major flooding on key roads in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, leaving streets waterlogged and leading to traffic chaos and business disruptions.

Vietnam police bust major money laundering network linked to African partners

Ho Chi Minh City police have exposed a transnational money laundering network involving three women who, with their African husbands, created over 300 shell companies to funnel stolen funds abroad.

31 arrested, 10 tons of cyanide seized in largest crackdown on toxic chemicals

Following a two-month investigation, Ho Chi Minh City Police have seized nearly 10 tons of cyanide, prosecuting 31 suspects involved in the illegal trade of hazardous chemicals.

HCM City aims to become ASEAN healthcare hub by 2030

Ho Chi Minh City strives to have 23 doctors, 40 nurses and 42 hospital beds per 10,000 residents by 2030.

Public land in prime locations left idle in HCM City

As of June 2024, HCM City had reclaimed 35 houses and public land plots as agencies no longer have demand for use. However, many land plots located in advantageous positions have been left idle for many years.

HCM City seeks private investment for phase 1 of HCMC - Moc Bai Expressway

The HCMC - Moc Bai Expressway project, with a total investment of VND 20,000 billion, is now open for investor interest as the city seeks partners for its initial phase.

Craft village barely survives with older workers as youth seek other jobs

The craft village, which was once a place for thousands of households to earn a living in the heart of HCM City, now just contains mostly elderly people.

Ho Chi Minh City proposes plan to relocate 46,000 riverside homes

The local Department of Construction has proposed a plan for relocating over 46,000 homes along rivers and canals in Ho Chi Minh City, requiring comprehensive sociological surveys and data collection.

Numerous US businesses set to arrive in HCM City to implement signed agreements

From this month until early 2025, representatives of leading US investment funds and over 30 businesses will visit HCM City to seek investment opportunities.

HCM City to spend 33 billion VND on free metro rides in first month

Ho Chi Minh City plans to offer free rides on its new Metro Line No. 1 and connecting bus routes for the first 30 days, at a projected cost of 33 billion VND ($1.3 million).

Consular Club HCM City’s International Charity Bazaar set for Nov 9

The Consular Club Ho Chi Minh City is set to bring back its International Charity Bazaar on November 9, at Global City in An Phu, District 2.

HCM City partners with Google for Education in digital transformation

Tim Paolini, Director of Google for Education for Asia-Pacific and Middle East, had a working session with representatives of the HCM City People’s Committee on November 1 to discuss cooperation orientations for digital transformation in education.

Costly Halloween costumes steal the spotlight in Ho Chi Minh City

Halloween spirit brings lavish costumes to Nguyen Hue Street as young people turn heads with their impressive looks.

HCM City to run five-day New Year fest

Ho Chi Minh City is set to embark on 2025 with the City Tet Fest Thu Duc that lasts from December 28 to January 1, 2025.

Vietnamese drag queens go all out for Halloween, breaking boundaries in art

Transforming into mystical figures, Hirosin and his troupe bring a touch of eerie magic to the stage, celebrating Halloween through captivating drag performances that blend artistry and self-expression.