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Violinist Nguyen Huu Nguyen to lead Opera House concert

The renowned Paris-based violinist Nguyen Huu Nguyen will lead a concert on March 14 in which the HCMC Ballet, Symphony Orchestra and Opera (HBSO) will present chamber and string orchestra music under the general title of Divertimento.

 

Coronavirus: Thousands queue for face masks in HCM City

Thousands of people queued for hours on Ho Chi Minh City’s Nguyen Gian Thanh Street to buy face masks on February 16.

 

HCMC seeks to convert 384 hectares of farmland into urban land

The HCMC government has proposed the prime minister allow it to change the use purpose of 384 hectares of agricultural land in its outlying district of Hoc Mon into urban land to reduce pressure on the inner-city areas.

 

HCMC seeks to build elevated roads

HCMC Vice Chairman Vo Van Hoan has asked the relevant departments and agencies to draw up plans to build elevated roads in the city.

 

French artist François Andes to hold exhibition in HCMC

A solo exhibition of French artist François Andes, curated by Luiz Gustavo Carvalho, will be held at Galerie Quynh in District 1, HCMC from February 14 to March 28.

 

Flood tides forecasted to submerge many areas in HCM City

Flood tides have been forecasted to reach peaks of 1.6 metres on Saigon and Dong Nai rivers on February 12 and would flood many areas in HCM City.

 

Thousands self-quarantined in HCM City

More than 2,100 people have quarantined themselves due to fears of Coronavirus infections in HCM City.

 

Entertainment Events in Hanoi & HCMC on February 10-16

A selection of noteworthy artistic and cultural events to take place in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Resident DJs celebrate Valentine's Day

The local DJ community from Sài Gòn will celebrate Valentine's Day with a live music show called “Pomlove” at Arcan on February 14.

 

Int’l, local rock bands to perform at music event in HCMC

A multi-day live music event will be held across several venues in HCMC from February 13 to 15, gathering renowned rock bands from Vietnam and abroad.

 

Barriers keep foreign investors away from Vietnam’s high-tech parks

Experts suggest that to increase the attractiveness of the high-tech parks, together with effective special incentives, the high-tech parks should have a dynamic working environment, and modern and synchronous infrastructure.

Wild peach blossoms attract visitors during Lunar New Year

The streets of Dien Bien Phu city, Dien Bien province, are flooded with the pinkish hue of wild peach blossom. The flower has become one of Dien Bien most distinctive and attractive features.

Gov’t inspectors to announce boundaries of Thu Thiem urban project before Tet

The Government Inspectorate will announce the revised zoning boundaries of five adjacent quarters affected by the controversial Thu Thiem New Urban Area project in District 2, HCMC, ahead of the upcoming Lunar New Year.

Giant internaitonal brands prefer fashion-conscious HCM City

With the opening of the first Uniqlo store in Vietnam, HCM City has added another fashion giant to its growing list of popular brands.

HCM City preparing for Tet flower street

HCM City is preparing for the setup of Nguyen Hue Flower Street to welcome the coming Lunar New Year.

Pedestrian space around Hoan Kiem Lake to be officially operational

The pedestrian space around Hoan Kiem Lake and surrounding areas in downtown Hanoi will be put into operation from January 1, 2020, after three years of trial operation.

HCM City: South Korean man arrested for murder

Police in HCM City on Wednesday arrested a South Korean man who was suspected of killing a South Korean woman and injuring her husband and daughter.

 

Saigonese enjoy vibrant Christmas atmosphere

Churches and commercial centers across HCMC are being packed with people coming to take photos and celebrate the vibrant atmosphere of Christmas.

Christmas and New Year celebrations in HCM City

1. Celebrate the season at The Reverie Saigon