Scorching heat in Ho Chi Minh City: Real temperatures higher than forecast
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City is experiencing intense heat, with temperatures exceeding 37 degrees Celsius, but outdoor conditions feel hotter than official forecasts, leaving residents overheated and increasing the risk of health problems.
Hundreds join fire drill at Ho Chi Minh City-based power company
Ho Chi Minh CityHundreds of officers and personnel from the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Public Security, alongside on-site emergency teams, took part in a fire prevention and rescue drill at Phu My Thermal Power Company on Friday.
Southern Ho Chi Minh City to experience water supply disruption for 2 days
Ho Chi Minh CityA major water pipe burst in southern Ho Chi Minh City will cause low water pressure in multiple communes and wards for 48 hours, starting 10:00 pm on Sunday, as authorities work to repair the damaged pipeline, the city’s water utility Saigon Water Corporation (SAWACO) said.
Ho Chi Minh City's FDI attraction nears $2.9bn in Q1, including TikTok’s $125mn investment
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City attracted nearly US$2.9 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first quarter of 2026, expanding nearly 220 percent year on year, with a $125 million TikTok Shop Vietnam project among the most notable new investments, the city’s finance department told a press briefing on Thursday.
Ho Chi Minh City to roll out free bus travel for all residents this month
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City is preparing to introduce free bus travel for all residents this month, with authorities finalizing plans to submit the proposal for approval.
In Ho Chi Minh City, soaring material costs stall homebuilding dreams
Ho Chi Minh CityA surge in construction material prices in Ho Chi Minh City since the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday in mid-February has squeezed contractors and homeowners, disrupting projects and forcing difficult trade-offs across the local building sector.
Vietnam hands over rescued Indonesian seafarer to consulate in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityVietnamese authorities on Thursday handed over an Indonesian seafarer who was rescued after drifting at sea to Indonesia’s consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, the city’s border guard command said.
Int’l financial center in Ho Chi Minh City jumps 11 spots in global rankings
Ho Chi Minh CityThe International Financial Center in Ho Chi Minh City has climbed 11 places to rank 84th among 120 global financial centers, according to the latest Global Financial Centers Index.
Ho Chi Minh City opens tourism festival to kick-start summer travel promotion
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City opened its annual tourism festival on Thursday with more than 150 booths and participation from over 20 provinces and cities, launching a series of summer travel promotion activities running through April 5.
Ho Chi Minh City moves to make bus fares free citywide
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City is considering a sweeping policy to make public bus rides free for all residents in a bid to reduce traffic congestion and environmental pollution, according to Secretary of the municipal Party Committee Tran Luu Quang.
