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Ho Chi Minh City to expand National Highway 13 to 10 lanes at $870 million

The key highway linking Ho Chi Minh City and Binh Duong will be widened to 60 meters, featuring 10 lanes and an elevated section, with an estimated investment of $870 million.

Ho Chi Minh City plans $2.3 billion investment to upgrade four key gateways

Ho Chi Minh City is seeking over $2.3 billion under a public-private partnership model to upgrade and expand four critical transport gateways, aiming to improve regional connectivity and traffic flow.

HCM City calls for investment in healthcare sector

HCM City People’s Committee has approved the project “Mobilising social resources for investment in healthcare development in HCM City in the 2024-2030 period” in an attempt to establish itself as a healthcare hub in the ASEAN region by 2030.

Ho Chi Minh City traffic officer suspended after viral video controversy

A major from the Tan Tuc Traffic Police Team has been temporarily suspended after being caught on video using aggressive language toward a female motorist.

Three new public hospitals to open in HCM City this year

Three regional general hospitals being built at the entrances to Ho Chi Minh City will open to patients this year, and they are expected to help reduce overloading at major public hospitals.

HCM City’s theatres earn big profit in Tet

Theatres and drama clubs in HCM City achieved big profits during the Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday which ended on February 4.

HCM City approves funding for four key infrastructure projects

An investment of more than VNĐ42 trillion (US$1.65 billion) has been approved for the development of four key infrastructure projects in HCM City that are aimed at improving connectivity and driving economic growth.

HCM City traffic officer under investigation for aggressive behavior

A viral video has sparked public outrage, showing a traffic officer using harsh language and profanity toward a young woman during a roadside stop.

HCM City promotes building happy schools

HCM City has become the first locality in the country to issue a set of criteria for building the “Happy School” model inspired by UNESCO.

HCM City residents increase consumer spending during Tet holiday

HCM City’s Tet spending rose, with retail and service revenue reaching 108 trillion VND (4.3 billion USD) in January, up 7.5% year-on-year.

HCM City’s public buses face workforce crisis amid new licensing rules

With stricter licensing requirements looming, 250 bus drivers are set to lose their eligibility. Officials are working to address the issue, but can they fill the gap in time?

HCM City issues urgent flu advisory, urges residents to wear masks

Although no unusual flu outbreaks have been recorded, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health has issued an urgent directive, warning that current weather conditions favor the spread of respiratory illnesses.

Grilled snakehead fish in high demand for God of Wealth Day in HCM City

On the 10th day of the Lunar New Year, grilled snakehead fish vendors in Ho Chi Minh City experienced a surge in demand as people lined up to buy the dish for their God of Wealth offerings.

Ho Chi Minh City revokes nearly 700 driver’s licenses in Tet traffic crackdown

During the Lunar New Year holiday, the Ho Chi Minh City Police revoked 673 driver’s licenses and deducted penalty points from 385 cases.

Jade Emperor blessing ceremony draws thousands in Ho Chi Minh City

On February 6 (the ninth day of the Lunar New Year), thousands of people from Ho Chi Minh City and nearby provinces gathered at Phuoc Hai Pagoda, also known as Jade Emperor Pagoda, to pray for luck and prosperity.

Vietnam’s first ‘city within a city’ announces ambitious development plan

Ho Chi Minh City’s Thu Duc City has unveiled its development blueprint through 2040, outlining a vision for a smart, innovative metropolis.

Foreign man arrested in Ho Chi Minh City for ‘sleight of hand’ money theft

An Iranian man has been taken into custody after allegedly deceiving a store employee into giving him extra cash. The suspect used a distraction technique, appearing to return money while secretly pocketing $820.

Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien Metro generates over $460,000 in ticket sales in 10 days

During the first 10 days of commercial operation over the Lunar New Year, Ho Chi Minh City's Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien) recorded over 761,000 passengers and ticket sales exceeding $460,000.

HCM City to establish transportation data centre​​​​​​​

Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Phan Van Mai has asked the city Urban Traffic Management Centre (UTMC) to establish a transportation data centre by 2026 with a deadline of 2027.

HCM city’s urban area master plan approved

Thu Duc city will be an area leading the HCM City’s economy and other metropolitan areas through knowledge-based economic activities such as training, research, high-tech production and development cooperation.