Ho Chi Minh City police arrest 4 on suspicion of producing over 1,000 tonnes of bean sprouts with banned chemical
Ho Chi Minh CityPolice in Ho Chi Minh City have initiated criminal proceedings and arrested four individuals for allegedly producing more than 1,000 metric tons of bean sprouts using chemicals that are not permitted for use in food production in Vietnam.
Ho Chi Minh City department proposes roadmap, incentives to switch from gasoline to green vehicles
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction has unveiled a proposed roadmap to phase out gasoline-powered vehicles in favor of electric and green energy transport, aiming for 100-percent conversion by 2040, while offering financial support to residents and businesses affected by the shift.
Digital Finance Day 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City set to feature new technologies, immersive experiences
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Digital Finance Day 2026 is set to open in Ho Chi Minh City on June 6, treating visitors to a wide range of cutting-edge technologies and interactive experiences, including demonstrations of deepfake videos, real-world scam phone recordings, and other artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled fraud tactics.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks CNN partnership to promote itself to global audience
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City is seeking to collaborate with CNN to showcase its economic potential, cultural attractions, and vision for sustainable development to a global audience, city leaders said during a recent meeting with representatives of the international broadcaster.
Warning loudspeakers installed on Ho Chi Minh City bridge to reduce accidents during bad weather
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Department of Construction in Ho Chi Minh City has installed warning loudspeakers on the Saigon Bridge to improve traffic safety during heavy rain and strong winds.
South Australia seeks stronger ties with Ho Chi Minh City, eyes trade representative office
Ho Chi Minh CitySouth Australia, one of Australia’s states, is seeking to boost cooperation with Ho Chi Minh City across key sectors, including trade, investment, energy and education, while also looking to establish a representative office in the city, South Australian Minister for State Development Chris Picton said on Thursday.
France offers support for int’l financial center development in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityFrench Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Etienne Ranaivoson and the Paris Europlace financial association have expressed readiness to support the city in developing its international financial center by sharing experience in financial market management, digital assets, sustainable finance, and maritime finance.
Thousands gather around Ho Chi Minh City pagoda for lantern floating ceremony to celebrate Vesak Day
Ho Chi Minh CityCrowds of Buddhist followers and residents on Thursday afternoon gathered around Phap Hoa Pagoda in Nhieu Loc Ward, Ho Chi Minh City to release lotus-shaped lanterns onto the water in Nhieu Loc Canal in celebration of Vesak Day.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks ties with Silicon Valley-based platform to boost start-ups, global tech investment
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City is seeking closer ties with Silicon Valley-based Plug and Play Tech Center, whose network has supported more than 30 technology unicorns, as the southern Vietnamese business hub looks to expand opportunities for local start-ups.
French consul general encourages Vietnamese public to engage more with digital finance, assets
Ho Chi Minh CityAs Vietnam accelerates its digital transformation, Vietnamese people should take greater interest in digital finance and assets, said French Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Etienne Ranaivoson, who highlighted growing cooperation opportunities between France and Vietnam in the sector during an interview with Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper.
