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Ho Chi Minh City faces surge in whooping cough cases among infants

Ho Chi Minh City has seen a significant increase in whooping cough cases compared to previous years, with a notable proportion of affected children being under 2 months old and therefore too young to be vaccinated.

HCMC Urban Railway No. 1 partners with Mastercard for smart payment solutions

HCM City Urban Railways No.1 Company Limited (HURC1) and Mastercard Asia/Pacific Pte. Ltd (Mastercard) have officially announced a strategic cooperation agreement to introduce smart payment systems on public transport routes in HCM City.

Traders at traditional markets in HCM City list prices to attract more consumers

Efforts are being intensified in HCM City to support traders at traditional markets to boost sales and capture a larger market share.

Art Lighting Experience spotlights works by Van Gogh, Claude Monet

Art Lighting Experience, an interactive art exhibition designed to engaged all senses, displaying works by two famous painters Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monet will open in Ho Chi Minh City on June 21.

No funds from VND120 trillion social-housing package have been disbursed

A credit package of VND120 trillion was launched a year ago to provide preferential credit to develop social housing and improve old apartment buildings. However, no project has received disbursement from the package.

Criminals exploit security in HCMC’s luxury apartments for illegal activities

The Ho Chi Minh City police authorities have uncovered a trend of drug users, prostitutes, and high-tech criminals using luxury apartments as safe havens. Enhanced police efforts target these locations to combat these illicit activities.

HCM City to launch new app boosting connection with citizens

Ho Chi Minh City plans to launch a new app called “HCM City Metro Connect" in September to better serve and connect with citizens.

Ho Chi Minh City advances plans for VND2 trillion Thu Thiem Theater

Ho Chi Minh City is pressing ahead with the construction of the Thu Thiem Theater, a landmark project budgeted at 2,000 billion VND.

Two new museums in HCM City showcase Vietnam's rich cultural heritage

A remarkable collection of artifacts from the Nguyen Dynasty, spanning various periods, is now on display for the first time at the Nguyen Dynasty Royal Palace Museum in Ho Chi Minh City.

New road project set to alleviate congestion at Tan Son Nhat Airport gateway

A major infrastructure project, the Tran Quoc Hoan - Cong Hoa connecting road, aims to relieve traffic congestion at the Tan Son Nhat airport gateway.

HCM City Police raise alarm over 'Socola Bay' drug

Ho Chi Minh City police have issued a warning regarding a newly emerged drug known as "Socola Bay," categorized under synthetic marijuana, which is currently being advertised and sold through social media platforms.

HCMC Party Chief demands urgent action on poor living conditions in city center

HCMC Party Secretary Nguyen Van Nen has called for decisive measures to address the cramped and inconvenient living conditions faced by many households in the city center, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.

Rare 1.2m monitor lizard found in HCM City, returned to wild

A resident of Binh Chanh District in Ho Chi Minh City caught a rare 1.2-meter-long monitor lizard, weighing over 7kg, after it crawled into his house. The resident then voluntarily handed it over to forest rangers.

Hail appears in Ho Chi Minh City amid afternoon storm

This afternoon (June 14), Ho Chi Minh City experienced an unusual weather event as hailstones fell in several central districts following heavy rain and strong winds.

HCM City to host Vietnam Sport Show 2024 in September

The Vietnam International Sports and Outdoor Exhibition (Vietnam Sport Show 2024) will take place from September 26 to 28 in Ho Chi Minh City, gathering more than 350 businesses from 12 countries and territories.

Super-small alleys, 2m2 sleeping boxes with blocked exits in HCM City

Narrow, meandering alleys in Ho Chi Minh City host sleeping compartments as small as 2 square meters, posing severe fire and explosion risks with no viable escape routes.

HCM City Party Chief: Nearly 20-year delay on Metro Line 1 'unacceptable'

Speaking on the long-delayed Metro Line 1, which remains incomplete after nearly 20 years, Ho Chi Minh City Party Secretary Nguyen Van Nen declared the situation "unacceptable."

HCM City needs US$251.5 billion in investment for 2021-2030

Ho Chi Minh City needs 6.4 quadrillion VND (251.54 billion USD) in investment for the 2021-2030 period, according a draft report on the planning of country’s southern biggest economic hub.

HCMC to spend VND13.9 trillion building two major parks

Two large park projects will be developed in Thu Duc City and District 12 at a total cost of VND13.9 trillion, according to the project owner.

HCM City proposes high-speed boat service for Long Thanh Airport transit

In a bid to revolutionize transportation options, Ho Chi Minh City is considering the introduction of high-speed boat services to ferry passengers to the upcoming Long Thanh International Airport in Dong Nai province.