Ho Chi Minh City launches $19mn public-private venture fund for startups

Ho Chi Minh City launches $19mn public-private venture fund for startups

Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City on Friday launched a VND500 billion (US$19 million) public-private venture capital fund to invest in technology startups, with plans to expand capital to at least VND5 trillion ($189.9 million) by 2035.

Cuba ambassador seeks stronger media ties during visit to Vietnam’s Tuoi Tre

Cuba ambassador seeks stronger media ties during visit to Vietnam’s Tuoi Tre

Ho Chi Minh City

Cuba’s ambassador to Vietnam on Friday called for stronger media cooperation between the two countries during a visit to Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper's headquarters, and said he hoped to contribute articles to the publication.

Middle-aged workers face hiring challenges in Ho Chi Minh City as firms favor younger staff

Middle-aged workers face hiring challenges in Ho Chi Minh City as firms favor younger staff

Ho Chi Minh City

Middle-aged workers make up a large share of job seekers in Ho Chi Minh City but face hiring challenges as employers prioritize candidates under 40, city officials said at a press briefing on Thursday.

Injured S.Korean ship supervisor medically evacuated to Ho Chi Minh City

Injured S.Korean ship supervisor medically evacuated to Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City

Border guards in Ho Chi Minh City have received a South Korean supervisor from a Bermuda-flagged vessel and brought him ashore for emergency treatment after he sustained a head injury at sea.

Vietnam requires pre-arrival declarations for foreigners at Tan Son Nhat airport

Vietnam requires pre-arrival declarations for foreigners at Tan Son Nhat airport

Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam’s Immigration Department has introduced a mandatory pre-arrival information declaration for certain travelers entering via Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, effective Wednesday.

Ho Chi Minh City resident fined over $28, forced to clean up illegal trash dump

Ho Chi Minh City resident fined over $28, forced to clean up illegal trash dump

Ho Chi Minh City

Police in Binh Trung Ward, Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday fined a local resident VND750,000 (US$28.5) and ordered him to clean up the garbage he had illegally dumped under the Nam Ly Bridge, in an effort to deter repeat offenses and curb littering in the area.

Vietnamese teacher suspended after punishing students with syringe pricks

Vietnamese teacher suspended after punishing students with syringe pricks

Education

Five elementary school students in Ho Chi Minh City were forced by their teacher to prick their own hands with medical syringes as punishment for talking in class, sparking outrage among parents and the public.

Unexpected and engaging: Lesser-known museums worth a visit in Ho Chi Minh City

Unexpected and engaging: Lesser-known museums worth a visit in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City is home to a wide range of museums, many offering unique experiences that go far beyond traditional exhibitions, from culinary spaces and vivid historical displays to interactive art venues.

Ho Chi Minh City plans artistic lighting, 3D mapping for iconic landmarks

Ho Chi Minh City plans artistic lighting, 3D mapping for iconic landmarks

Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City is moving forward with an ambitious plan to transform the city’s nighttime landscape through artistic lighting and 3D mapping displays at several of its most recognizable landmarks.

Ho Chi Minh City, Slovakia aim to strengthen cooperation in key sectors

Ho Chi Minh City, Slovakia aim to strengthen cooperation in key sectors

Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam’s southern hub Ho Chi Minh City and Slovakia have agreed to expand cooperation in culture, trade and other key areas, including innovation and tourism, during a recent meeting between officials from both sides.