Century-old French-style building at Ho Chi Minh City hospital gets new lease on life
Ho Chi Minh CityBearing the distinctive imprint of French architecture, a nearly century-old building at Tu Du Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City has been given a major facelift, offering patients a more modern, comfortable and convenient environment while preserving the architectural character that has defined the structure for generations.
Ho Chi Minh City hosts over 200 MICE groups in four years as business tourism expands
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City’s MICE tourism generated an estimated VND75-85 trillion (US$2.8-3.2 billion) between 2022 and 2025, representing 10-12 percent of the city’s total tourism revenue, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Ben Thanh Market food stall suspended after cockroaches found on food
Ho Chi Minh CityA food stall at the iconic Ben Thanh Market in downtown Ho Chi Minh City has been suspended after a tourist filmed cockroaches crawling on food and posted the footage on social media.
Ho Chi Minh City targets 20 million international visitors by 2030
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City aims to receive 20 million international visitors by 2030, accounting for 40-44 percent of Vietnam's total foreign arrivals, according to a draft action program introduced by the municipal Party Committee.
Ho Chi Minh City wins 3 top Asian tourism awards in 2026
TravelHo Chi Minh City has won three titles at the World Travel Awards 2026, including Asia's Leading Business Travel Destination and Asia's Leading Festival & Event Destination.
Southern Ho Chi Minh City leads property supply, new projects priced from $2,700/m²
Ho Chi Minh CitySouthern Ho Chi Minh City's property market is seeing a major shift, driven by key transport infrastructure projects and the resolution of legal hurdles for a number of developments.
Ho Chi Minh City tourism revenue jumps 43% as international arrivals drive growth
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City’s tourism revenue was estimated at roughly VND282.7 trillion (US$10.7 billion) in the first nine months of 2026, up 43.4 percent year-on-year, with international visitors remaining the main growth driver.
Ho Chi Minh City to ban Internet cafés from operating after 10:00 pm
Ho Chi Minh CityThe administration of Ho Chi Minh City has issued new regulations restricting the operating hours of Internet service agents and public Internet access points, prohibiting them from opening beyond 10:00 pm, effective from October 1.
Ho Chi Minh City commuters, students struggle as morning tides rise
Ho Chi Minh CityA high tide on Monday morning flooded several streets in Ho Chi Minh City, disrupting the commute and forcing workers and students to find alternative routes.
The City Connect – Episode 1: Trust, complementarity to shape next chapter of Vietnam-Singapore ties
Ho Chi Minh CityTuoi Tre News has launched The City Connect, a new vodcast series featuring insightful conversations with distinguished guests.
