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$400m HCM City flood control project near completion, faces final push

Efforts are underway in Ho Chi Minh City to revive stalled projects, including a 95% complete flood control initiative. Completing such projects is essential to anti-waste efforts.

Stalled for years, HCMC's cultural and sports projects await renewal

Long-delayed cultural and sports projects in HCMC, including theaters and stadiums, are in urgent need of revitalization.

HCM City to develop 42 parks along Saigon River

HCM City has announced plans to build 42 parks along the Saigon River to enhance green spaces, stimulate economic growth, and improve the quality of life for its residents.

HCM City authorities commit to 50-day sprint to finalize metro line 1

The HCM City Urban Railway Management Board initiates a 50-day campaign to address pending work and bring Metro Line 1 into operation by the end of 2024.

Investigation clears up “missing” children case at Quan Am Orphanage in HCMC

Two children reported missing from the Quan Am orphanage in HCMC were located at a temple in Binh Phuoc, where they had been temporarily placed.

Police refute claims of hidden camera in Tan Tuc High School restroom

Binh Chanh District Police clarify rumors of a hidden camera incident at Tan Tuc High School, urging calm among parents and students.

HCM City proposes ban on sale of land subdivisions in rural districts

HCM City authorities are considering a ban on land subdivisions for sale in five outlying districts in an effort to combat land speculation amid rising urbansation in these areas.

Thousands of secretly recorded videos spark investigation at HCM City school

Ho Chi Minh City authorities are investigating a hidden camera incident at Tan Tuc High School after students reported videos recorded in the girls' restroom being sold and shared online.

Ho Chi Minh City aims to relocate over 5,000 riverside homes by 2025

Despite budget constraints, HCMC aims to relocate 5,102 riverside homes by the end of 2025, with key projects including Xuyen Tam Canal.

HCM City extends sidewalk rental initiative to boost urban order and business

District 1 has expanded its sidewalk rental program to 52 streets, aiming to improve urban order and provide business opportunities, following a successful pilot phase.

HCM City shelter under investigation after reports of missing children

At least two mothers have reported their children as 'missing' after leaving them at Quan Am Shelter in District 12, Ho Chi Minh City.

Over 9 tons of cyanide seized in major police operation across provinces

Ho Chi Minh City Police have exposed a large-scale illegal trade in hazardous chemicals, leading to the arrest of 17 individuals and the seizure of over 9.4 tons of cyanide.

HCM City adjusts land price framework to end of 2025

After three months of collecting and analyzing opinions, the HCM City People’s Committee has officially released a new land price framework. The sharpest land price increase is 25 percent.

HCM City adopts Singapore’s expertise in urban tree risk assessment

HCM City is adopting Singapore’s expertise in urban tree risk assessment and management to improve safety measures related to falling trees, especially following recent deadly incidents.

HCM City aims for complete digital governance by 2025

Ho Chi Minh City aims to eliminate the need for physical paperwork in online public services by 2025, bringing the entire administrative process onto digital platforms.

HCMC cracking down on exploitation of child beggars

HCM City is looking on tackle the issue of homeless child and elderly beggars, but is thwarted by the fact that they are taught how to evade detection by authorities by their exploiters.

Robotic assisted colorectal surgery conducted in elderly patient

Doctors at Bình Dân Hospital in HCM City have successfully used a robot to assist surgery to remove a cancerous tumour from a 89-year-old Vietnamese woman with colorectal cancer.

HCM City to create health database for 1.7 million students

The HCM City health sector plans to establish a health database for over 1.7 million students in the city to better identify and address school-related illnesses.

MPI proposes turning HCM City into international financial hub

The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) has unveiled a draft proposal to develop HCM City, Vietnam's largest economic hub, into an international financial centre.

Ho Chi Minh City introduces landmark pedestrian bridge across Saigon River

Ho Chi Minh City’s upcoming pedestrian bridge, shaped like a nipa palm leaf, will link District 1 and Thu Duc City, marking a new architectural icon for the city.