The Government has approved a proposal by Ho Chi Minh City to stop borrowing official development assistance (ODA) loans from Germany’s KfW development bank for Metro Line No. 2 and instead use domestic funds to avoid further delays.

A common sight in old buildings, iron-framed balconies provide security at the cost of safety, especially during fire emergencies.

Police forces raided several bars in the wards of Dong Hoa, Thuan An, and Vung Tau (Ho Chi Minh City), discovering hundreds of partygoers involved with drugs.

Efforts should focus on attracting both foreign direct investment (FDI) and domestic investment, with priority given to high-tech and environmentally friendly projects.

Kenneth Tse, General Director of Intel Vietnam, noted that in nearly 20 years of operations in the country, Intel Vietnam has exported over 4 billion products, contributing more than 100 billion USD to Vietnam’s export revenue.

The fire that killed eight people at the Doc Lap apartment complex in Phu Tho Hoa ward was caused by an electrical short circuit due to an improperly connected power line, local police said on July 8.

Initial reports showed that the fire spread rapidly, trapping residents and causing panic. Attempts by local residents to extinguish the fire with handheld extinguishers were unsuccessful.

Immigration offices in Ho Chi Minh City are processing hundreds of electronic ID applications under new guidelines.

Ho Chi Minh City Chairman Nguyen Van Duoc proposes forming Saigon Corporation to complement Becamex and lead public sector-driven economic development.

Authorities rushed to cut power as a woman climbed a 10-meter pole and walked on live wires before falling.

AEON plans to invest heavily in Ho Chi Minh City with three new shopping centers, boosting local retail space and creating up to 1,500 new jobs.

HCM City’s Department of Tourism officially launched its 2025 summer tourism stimulus programme on July 1, unveiling a series of cultural and culinary experiences aimed at reinforcing the city’s image as a vibrant, welcoming and diverse destination.

HCM City is stepping up efforts to develop a nearly 1,000km-long inter-regional metro network following its coming merger with Binh Duong and Ba Ria – Vung Tau provinces.

As Vietnam’s leading economic and cultural hub, Ho Chi Minh City continues to transform itself into a modern, smart metropolis.

This move aims to improve service quality, diversify ticket purchasing options, and modernise the city’s public transportation system.

With its 2040 master plan, HCMC aims to be among the world’s top 100 most livable cities.

Ho Chi Minh City’s export processing zones, industrial parks have set an ambitious goal of attracting over 20 billion USD in investment during the 2025–2030 period, following the planned merger of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong provinces.

PET/CT machines sit unused as key radiotracer supply halts during facility upgrade.

Businesses in HCM City often shy away from inspections and audits as these processes focus on pinpointing errors rather than offering guidance or support, according to the “May 2025 Business Situation Report” by the HCM City Business Association.

Following the merger, the city's leadership mindset must align with global standards to realize its vision as a Southeast Asian megacity.