5 sets of war martyrs' remains found at Ho Chi Minh City's Le Thi Rieng Park after 58 years
Ho Chi Minh CityAuthorities have recovered five sets of remains believed to belong to Vietnamese war martyrs, along with military items and personal artifacts, at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City, with the search continuing for a mass grave linked to the 1968 Tet General Offensive and Uprising.
Ho Chi Minh City set to break ground on 4 metro projects during rest of 2026
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City plans to break ground on four new metro projects totaling 138.8 kilometers by the end of this year, according to the city’s Management Authority for Urban Railways.
Bowl of soy sauce noodles priced at less than $1 wins over Ho Chi Minh City's breakfast crowd
Vietnam LifeFor just VND20,000-25,000 (US$0.76-0.95), diners in Ho Chi Minh City can enjoy a colorful bowl of soy sauce noodles topped with shredded cucumber, fresh herbs, leafy greens, and crispy fried tofu. The affordable sidewalk specialty has quickly gained a loyal following among young people and office workers looking for a light, flavorful breakfast.
Discover 2 'green lungs' added to Ho Chi Minh City after administrative merger
Ho Chi Minh CityOne year after the administrative merger in July 2025, Ho Chi Minh City has taken over areas formerly belonging to Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province, including the vast primary forests of Con Dao and Binh Chau - Phuoc Buu, enriching the city's natural landscape and biodiversity.
Consortium proposes EPC contract for Ho Chi Minh City airport metro project
Ho Chi Minh CityA consortium comprising Vietnam's GFS Group and Delta Group and China's PowerChina has proposed participating as the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor for the first phase of Ho Chi Minh City's metro line No. 6, which will connect Tan Son Nhat International Airport with the Phu Huu area.
Samsung Vietnam’s nearly-28MWp rooftop solar project put into operation
Ho Chi Minh CitySamsung Electronics HCMC CE Complex (SEHC), an electronics manufacturer based in Ho Chi Minh City, on Friday inaugurated a rooftop solar power system with a capacity of nearly 28 MWp at its factory in the city, marking a milestone in its sustainability strategy.
Ho Chi Minh City launches new media agency after restructuring local press system
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee has established the Ho Chi Minh City Press and Radio-Television Agency, a new public media organization formed as part of the restructuring of the city’s press system.
Ho Chi Minh City’s most populous ward launches crackdown on stray dogs
Ho Chi Minh CityLocal authorities in Di An Ward, the most populous ward in Ho Chi Minh City, have launched a campaign to capture animals roaming freely in public spaces and residential areas.
Ho Chi Minh City bus terminal adds bilingual Vietnamese-English signs for foreign visitors
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City has introduced bilingual Vietnamese-English information boards at its central bus terminal as part of broader upgrades accompanying the launch of free public bus services on 134 routes from July 1.
Fireworks, 3D projection light up Ho Chi Minh City in 50th anniversary celebrations
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City staged fireworks displays at 16 locations and 3D projection in its center on Thursday evening to mark the 50th anniversary of the city officially bearing the name of President Ho Chi Minh, drawing large crowds despite rainy weather.
