Bus ridership in Ho Chi Minh City has surged since free fares were introduced on 134 routes more than a month ago, encouraging more residents to turn to public transport.

Eight mass graves containing the remains of war martyrs have been uncovered at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City, as search teams continue efforts to recover and identify remains of fallen soldiers.

HCM City authorities have tasked the Department of Home Affairs with reviewing commune-level administrative units that do not fully meet required standards or have revealed shortcomings since the two-tier local government model began operating.

Three illuminated kites flying about 400 meters above the ground were mistaken for drones near Tan Son Nhat International Airport, prompting a temporary halt to takeoffs and landings and affecting 21 flights.

HCM City Chairman Nguyen Van Duoc has called for a detailed assessment of why more than 38,800 businesses left the market in the first seven months of 2026, significantly exceeding the number of newly established companies.

In its initial phase, the office will focus on providing psychological support for children and families facing difficulties, while gradually expanding its network of experts and support services.

Property developers feature prominently on a new HCMC tax authority list of more than 7,000 taxpayers with outstanding liabilities totaling nearly $220 million.

Nearly 2 million residents in Ho Chi Minh City had received free health check-ups under the city’s universal health examination programme as of August 10.

HCM City will integrate IoT sensors and smart monitoring into transport infrastructure to improve traffic safety and detect violations.

The Ho Chi Minh City Command says a recovery team has found 11 more sets of remains of fallen soldiers in a second burial trench at Le Thi Rieng Park, bringing the total recovered to 256, along with 151 sets of artifacts.

Ho Chi Minh City will stage fireworks at seven locations across the city from 9pm to 9.15pm on September 2, including three sites featuring both high- and low-altitude displays and four offering low-altitude shows.

The Ho Chi Minh City Command said 18 more sets of fallen soldiers’ remains and 14 groups of accompanying artifacts had been uncovered during the continued excavation of a second burial trench at Le Thi Rieng Park.

Museums in Ho Chi Minh City are embracing digital innovation and cultural activities to showcase its rich heritage, helping boost cultural tourism, stimulate the night-time economy and attract a growing number of domestic and international visitors.

HCM City will inspect at least 60% of more than 7,000 businesses considered vulnerable to prostitution-related activities in 2026 as authorities step up enforcement across hotels, guesthouses, bars, karaoke venues and massage parlors.

HCM City will not ban private vehicles or gasoline-powered transport as part of its efforts to reduce traffic congestion, instead focusing on expanding transport infrastructure and improving public transit to encourage people to switch voluntarily.

HCM City aims to become a leading tourism, trade and services hub in Southeast Asia through a blend of modern urban experiences, rich cultural heritage and diverse natural attractions.

Game companies operating in Ho Chi Minh City have been instructed to ensure that official age ratings match those shown on app stores or risk regulatory penalties.

After providing free bus travel for one month and attracting approximately 8.5 million passenger trips, HCM City is accelerating the use of technology and studying dedicated bus lanes to shorten travel times and make public transport more attractive.

Ho Chi Minh City has restarted its talent attraction program, offering monthly incomes of up to US$3,850 and one-time rewards of up to US$38,500 for individuals with outstanding achievements.