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HCM City needs strong reform

The following is the second part of an interview given by Nguyen Dinh Cung to VietNamNet about new opportunities for HCMC, considered the ‘locomotive’ of the national economy.

Ho Chi Minh City cathedral sparkles with Christmas spirit

As December begins, Notre-Dame Cathedral in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Saigon Ward) bursts into light, drawing large crowds of locals and tourists alike to experience the festive spirit.

To maintain its leading role, HCM City must step out of old constraints: experts

After more than two years of implementation, Resolution 98 still has not created a significant change. Nguyen Dinh Cung, a respected economist, said the resolution had initially been designed within the framework of outdated thinking and law.

HCM City's Notre-Dame Cathedral aglow with 1,000km of LED lights

Though Christmas is still weeks away, Saigon’s Notre-Dame Cathedral is already glowing in holiday splendor.

Con Dao National Park gets IUCN Green List recognition

Con Dao National Park in Ho Chi Minh City protects more than 1,725 marine species, over 1,000 hectares of coral reefs, and 300 hectares of seagrass beds.

Fatal explosion rocks residential area in Ho Chi Minh City

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are investigating a powerful explosion that rocked a residential neighborhood in Nhuan Duc Commune, Cu Chi District, killing one man at the scene.

1,300 students bow in unison to honor a dedicated life in education

In an image that moved many to tears, more than 1,300 students and teachers of Nguyen Binh Khiem High School (HCM City) stood in solemn silence at the school gate, heads bowed to bid farewell to the funeral procession of their former vice principal.

CMC showcases C-OpenAI and smart city vision at HEF 2025 Autumn Forum

CMC made waves at the 2025 Autumn Economic Forum (HEF 2025) by introducing a tailored AI Transformation Framework for Ho Chi Minh City and showcasing its open AI ecosystem.

Many global “eagles” eye entry into International Financial Centre in HCM City

Joining the Autumn Economic Forum 2025, numerous international investors have expressed strong interest in participating in and expanding cooperation with the southern metropolis once the International Financial Centre is established there.

HCM City moves towards a knowledge-based growth model

HCM City remains Vietnam’s start-up hub, hosting more than 2,000 start-ups — over half the national total — with an ecosystem valued at 5.22 billion USD.

Chilly surprise: Ho Chi Minh City sees rare 19°C morning

Unusually cold weather stunned residents in Ho Chi Minh City this morning, with temperatures dropping to 19°C - a scene more typical of Da Lat.

HCM City residents play badminton in street, prompting police action

A group of four men who regularly set up a badminton net across a public road in Ho Chi Minh City - causing traffic disruption and public frustration - have been summoned by local police for processing.

HCM City, WEF issue joint statement to boost smart manufacturing

The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee and the World Economic Forum (WEF) released a joint statement on promoting smart manufacturing and responsible industrial transformation in Vietnam on November 26.

Global On-Chain Economy Alliance launched in HCM City

The Vietnam International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City on November 25 introduced the Global On-Chain Economy Alliance to pilot next-generation digital finance models, promote innovation, and attract international capital.

HCM City partners with Binance to advance Int'l Financial Centre development

The HCM City Department of Finance and Binance on November 26 signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on cooperation to accelerate the development of Vietnam’s International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC – HCMC).

PM calls for int’l friends’ support for HCM City on development path

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called on international friends to cooperate with, support, and stand side by side with Vietnam and its Ho Chi Minh City on the development path.

HCM City advances cooperation with WEF, Ant International

Chairman of the HCM City People’s Committee Nguyen Van Duoc today held separate receptions for Stephan Mergenthaler, Managing Director of the World Economic Forum, and Yang Peng, CEO of the Singapore-based Ant International.

Electric vehicles, AI, and robots wow visitors at green tech expo in HCM City

The GRECO 2025 exhibition lights up Nguyen Hue walking street with cutting-edge green and smart technologies.

Two suspects arrested for plotting robberies at convenience stores in HCMC

Police in Ho Chi Minh City apprehended two young men who were planning a series of armed robberies after a bold heist at a Family Mart outlet.

PM Pham Minh Chinh: Ho Chi Minh City must lead with resilience and creativity

PM Pham Minh Chinh urges HCM City to become more innovative and self-reliant to lead Vietnam’s economy.