Ho Chi Minh City expected to offer 19,245 bus, 1,320 metro trips free daily over National Day holiday
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City, Vietnam's southern hub, is expected to offer 19,245 bus trips and 1,320 metro trips free of charge each day during the five-day National Day holiday from August 29 to September 2, according to the municipal Department of Construction.
Ho Chi Minh City races to put new urban development regulations into action
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City has launched a 30-day push to complete all documents guiding the implementation of the Urban Development Law, with the full system of guiding documents set to take effect alongside the law on October 1.
Which areas of Ho Chi Minh City will become low-emission zones from mid-2027?
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City plans to designate several areas as low-emission zones from mid-2027, where gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles will face restrictions.
Ho Chi Minh City welcomes 7.77mn international visitors in January-August
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City has welcomed 7.77 million international visitors so far this year, with an estimated 635,000 arrivals recorded in August alone, according to local authorities.
Ho Chi Minh City venture capital fund eyes first disbursements in Q4 2026
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Ho Chi Minh City Venture Capital Fund, with an initial charter capital of VND500 billion (US$19.2 million), has received about 50 investment proposals and expects to make its first one or two disbursements in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Ho Chi Minh City's largest vegetarian food fest takes place with focus on green cuisine
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Ho Chi Minh City Vegetarian Food Festival 2026, or Green Food Festival 2026, began on Monday at Binh Phu Park in Binh Phu Ward, marking the start of a series of activities running through August 30.
Woman fined $57.4 for dumping rubbish into Ho Chi Minh City canal
Ho Chi Minh CityA woman in Ho Chi Minh City has been fined VND1.5 million (US$57.4) for dumping household waste into Nhieu Loc - Thi Nghe Canal despite being reminded not to litter.
Pigeons bring touch of peace to downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityAmid the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City, residents have grown accustomed to a familiar sight each morning and during the evening rush hour: flocks of pigeons gliding leisurely across the city skyline and streets.
Ho Chi Minh City develops criteria for smart, green, boutique hotels
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee is seeking feedback on a draft resolution of the municipal People’s Council setting out criteria, conditions, procedures and processes for recognizing smart, green and boutique hotels in the city.
Young man filmed catching pigeons in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, sparking outrage
Ho Chi Minh CityA video has circulated on social media, showing a young man catching pigeons at a park in Lam Son Square in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, sparking public outrage.
