Hospitals in Ho Chi Minh City have digitised patient records, ensuring that information is securely stored while remaining easily retrievable and transferrable across healthcare facilities.

Ho Chi Minh City's Index of Industrial Production grew by 2.1% in February and 26.5% from the same month last year, indicating manufacturing is recovering strongly.

The Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien Metro, the first in Vietnam to feature underground sections, has been officially inaugurated. The project, funded through Japanese ODA and domestic investment, strengthens Vietnam-Japan cooperation in urban infrastructure.

Vietnamese police arrested 27 suspects in a cross-border drug trafficking operation using ride-hailing and delivery apps. Over 30kg of heroin, ketamine, and ecstasy were seized in Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City is set to develop eight major transport projects, including highway expansions and new arterial roads, to improve connectivity with Long An and the Mekong Delta.

In honor of the 50th anniversary of national reunification, Ho Chi Minh City will organize fireworks displays at seven locations. Authorities are also encouraging private sponsorship for additional display sites across the city.

Ho Chi Minh City has started construction on a new waste-to-energy plant in Cu Chi district, with an investment of $140 million and a daily capacity of 2,000 tons. The project aims to modernize waste management and generate renewable energy.

HCMC is advancing AI, semiconductors, blockchain, and 5G/6G technology to become a Southeast Asian innovation hub by 2045, aiming for a 50% digital economy share.

HawaExpo 2025 kicked off in Thu Duc city, Ho Chi Minh City on March 4, showcasing made-in-Vietnam furniture and wooden products for export.

Ho Chi Minh City will break ground on Metro Line 2 in December 2025 after finalizing approvals and contractor selection.

Authorities are investigating the incident, which was allegedly staged as a promotional gimmick.

The HCM City Tourism Association will organise the 3rd Vietnamese Banh mi Festival from March 21 to 23, giving visitors a chance to experience culinary delights alongside exchanges with bakers, chefs, and food enthusiasts.

The Vietnam International Pepper and Spice Outlook 2025 (VIPO 2025) opened in Ho Chi Minh City on March 3, attracting more than 300 participants.

The 3rd Việt Nam Bánh Mì (Vietnamese Sandwich) Festival will take place from March 21-24 in HCM City.

A controversial coffin parade in Ho Chi Minh City has sparked public outrage, raising concerns about traffic safety and advertising ethics.

Ho Chi Minh City will experience multiple heatwaves in March, with temperatures exceeding 37°C, while sudden localized storms may bring brief but heavy rains.

Under Decree No. 45/2025, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City may establish 15 departments and appoint up to 10 additional deputy directors, while other provinces are limited to 14 departments.

The Ho Chi Minh City Police have restructured operations by dissolving district police units, reducing administrative levels, and enhancing law enforcement efficiency.

Ho Chi Minh City’s Traffic Police have begun processing driver’s license renewals, ensuring a smooth, efficient procedure. Citizens can apply in person or online, with an 8-day turnaround.

The planning of large surrounding areas near metro stations aims to maximise urban space utilisation and develop integrated transportation infrastructure.