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HCM City to host first-ever Vietnamese fish sauce festival

A fish sauce festival, the first of its kind to be held in the nation, is scheduled to take place from October 23 to October 27 in Ho Chi Minh City, gathering together 150 booths to display typical fish sauce products from across the country.

HCMC seeks to unlock investment potential of remittances by overseas Vietnamese

Ho Chi Minh City plans to create funds for overseas Vietnamese seeking to invest in real estate and small and medium-sized enterprises, and buy bonds for funding infrastructure.

HCM City residents can now use administrative procedures in any district

The HCM City Public Administrative Service Center will serve the city’s citizens with no discrimination in geographical boundaries.

Prime Minister urges HCMC to start Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien metro by November

PM Chính also tasked HCMC with collaborating with relevant ministries and agencies to resolve challenges, facilitating the approval process for the HCMC’s Ring Road No.4 project.

CMC Chairman pushes for national AI initiative and 'AI City' vision

CMC Corporation Chairman Nguyen Trung Chính introduced the “AI Transformation - AI.X” initiative at the HCM City Economic Forum, calling for a national AI strategy and emphasizing the synergy between digital and green transformation.

CMC Chair unveils ambitious AI City vision at HCMC Industry 4.0 Center launch

The inauguration of the Fourth Industrial Revolution Center (C4IR) marks a pivotal step in transforming Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) into a global AI hub.

Ho Chi Minh City Police seize nearly one ton of drugs in nine months

Ho Chi Minh City Police have successfully uncovered and seized nearly one ton of drugs across 2,430 cases in the year's first nine months, marking a substantial increase in drug-related enforcement activities.

Revised land pricing in Ho Chi Minh City set for mid-October release

Ho Chi Minh City is set to release a revised land price list before October 15, following a comprehensive review and adjustments to better align with market principles.

Ho Chi Minh City faces burden of infectious diseases

The Ho Chi Minh City Centre for Disease Control has announced that over recent weeks, the city has recorded a significant increase in cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD), dengue fever, and measles.

PM highlights six key roles of new industrial revolution center in HCMC

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh inaugurated the Fourth Industrial Revolution Center (C4IR) in HCM City, underscoring its crucial role in aligning with Party directives and contributing to the country's industrial and technological advancements.

HCMC hosts 5th Economic Forum, focuses on industrial & digital transformation

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended the 5th Ho Chi Minh City Economic Forum, emphasizing the city's strategic initiatives toward sustainable and modern industrial development.

HCM City confirms end of year launch for awaited Metro Line 1

In a major update from HCM City, the People’s Committee has finalized the new schedule for the completion of Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien), confirming its operational status by the end of Q4 2024.

HCM City adds nearly 60,000 jobs in Q3

Falmi’s survey conducted at over 19,400 local firms showed that there were more than 13,100 job vacancies in the four key industries,

HCM City to build more CNG filling stations

Ho Chi Minh City plans to invest in compressed natural gas (CNG) filling stations at bus terminals at District 8, Nga Tu Ga and new Mien Dong (Eastern) Bus Station.

Forum discusses how HCM City can attract investment to renewable energy

A specific regulatory framework for renewable energy development is needed to encourage private capital flows into this sector in Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City, a forum heard in HCM City on September 20.

When will HCM City have enough radiopharmaceuticals for cancer patients?

Ho Chi Minh City is currently facing a critical shortage of radiopharmaceuticals needed for PET/CT scans, crucial in diagnosing and treating cancer.

HCM City implements sidewalk leasing fees, initiates massive tree replacement

In a recent press conference, Ho Chi Minh City officials announced the implementation of sidewalk leasing fees amounting to VND 2 billion and the replacement of thousands of green trees to address safety concerns.

HCMC brings homeless people to social support centres to reduce petty crimes

HCM City is bringing homeless people into social shelters, contributing to tackling the issue of beggars and petty crimes.

Woman arrested for selling 2.55 tons of cyanide in Ho Chi Minh City

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have detained two individuals involved in the illegal sale of cyanide, a highly toxic chemical. Among them, a female executive sold 2.55 tons of cyanide to multiple buyers.

Residents postpone building plans as underground-space policy remains incomplete

Many households in HCM City have had to postpone their plans to build homes with basements for the last year because licensing has been suspended.