Ho Chi Minh City to offer students free English, AI, STEM classes and school meals
Ho Chi Minh CityStudents at public schools and educational institutions in Ho Chi Minh City are expected to receive free instruction in subjects including English, STEM, artificial intelligence, life skills, arts and sports, as well as free lunch meals.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks to turn concerts into tourism products to keep visitors longer
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City aims to turn the appeal of concerts and festivals into tourism products by linking live performances with sightseeing, food, shopping and entertainment to extend visitors' stays and increase their spending.
2 dead, 12 injured as suspected gas explosion collapses 2 houses in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityTwo people died and 12 others were injured after a suspected gas explosion caused two adjoining houses to collapse in Ho Chi Minh City on Friday, with one victim suffering burns over 90 percent of his body.
Dutch ambassador impressed by Ho Chi Minh City’s identity, rapid development
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City has consistently impressed Dutch Ambassador to Vietnam Remco van Wijngaarden with its distinctive cultural identity and rapid development, heard a meeting on Thursday afternoon between Ho Chi Minh City vice-chairman Nguyen Manh Cuong and the newly-appointed ambassador.
Ordinary people, extraordinary kindness: Free services across Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityAlong Ho Chi Minh City’s streets, it is not uncommon to come across free drinking water, bread cabinets offering loaves at no cost, or repair shops willing to tighten a loose bolt or pump up a flat tire without charging for their labor.
More signs added to Ho Chi Minh City’s largest metro station to help passengers find exits
Ho Chi Minh CityYellow directional signs showing street names, nearby landmarks and bus stops have been installed at exits of Ben Thanh Station on Ho Chi Minh City's Metro Line No. 1, making it easier for passengers to find their way above ground.
Ho Chi Minh City hospital to put surgical robot into operation
Ho Chi Minh CityThu Duc General Hospital in northeastern Ho Chi Minh City is preparing to bring robotic surgery into its operating rooms as part of a major VND1.4 trillion (US$55 million) medical equipment upgrade.
Japanese businesses seek to boost investment, production cooperation in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityJapanese businesses are seeking opportunities to boost investment and strengthen production cooperation in Ho Chi Minh City, while looking to connect with local talent and calling for further support with investment procedures and incentive policies.
Italy's culinary heritage to be celebrated in Vietnam with week-long program
Ho Chi Minh CityA week-long celebration of Italian cuisine, featuring regional dishes, wine tastings, chef demonstrations, and cultural activities, will take place in Ho Chi Minh City and Lam Dong Province from November 14 to 20, with selected events running until December 15.
Ho Chi Minh City deports 115 Cambodians, prosecutes 6 for allegedly arranging illegal stays
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City police have deported 115 Cambodian nationals for illegal entry and residence in Vietnam, while prosecuting six Vietnamese and Cambodian nationals for allegedly organizing illegal stays in the country.
