Western Australia seeks deeper cooperation with Ho Chi Minh City in critical minerals
Ho Chi Minh City 20:50 22/09/2026Western Australia, which accounts for around 50 percent of global lithium production, is seeking to expand cooperation with Vietnam's southern hub Ho Chi Minh City in critical minerals, energy, education, trade and tourism, according to Western Australian Premier Roger Cook.
Inside Ho Chi Minh City’s viral new 'library' that holds no books
Ho Chi Minh City 20:15 22/09/2026A massive new photo spot in Ho Chi Minh City has taken social media by storm, but visitors are walking away with mixed feelings.
Police confirm reason for ‘Journey to the West’ cosplayers riding horse on Ho Chi Minh City street
Ho Chi Minh City 11:51 22/09/2026Four people dressed as characters from the classic Chinese tale ‘Journey to the West’ rode a horse and walked in a car lane in Ho Chi Minh City to fulfill the deceased’s wishes, police said on Monday.
Urban Development Law as a launchpad for Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism: Spreading Vietnam’s soft power
Ho Chi Minh City 15:46 21/09/2026As Ho Chi Minh City expands its transport, commercial, cultural, and waterfront spaces, the new Urban Development Law could help the metropolis turn better urban quality into stronger tourism appeal and deeper connections with international visitors.
Police probe viral clip of ‘Journey to the West’ cosplayers riding horse on Ho Chi Minh City street
Ho Chi Minh City 11:17 21/09/2026A viral video showing four people dressed as characters from the classic Chinese tale ‘Journey to the West’ walking and riding a horse in a car lane in Ho Chi Minh City has prompted a police investigation.
Ho Chi Minh City considers resolutions to implement Urban Development Law
Ho Chi Minh City 10:06 21/09/2026The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Council opened its fifth session on Monday to review dozens of resolutions tied to Vietnam’s new Urban Development Law, which takes effect on October 1.
Pink church, bustling market put Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Dinh among world’s coolest neighborhoods
Travel 14:43 20/09/2026Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Dinh neighborhood, known for its pink church, historic market, busy cafes, and local eateries, has been ranked among the world's coolest by Time Out for 2026.
Ho Chi Minh City accelerates efforts to hit 10% growth target in 2026
Ho Chi Minh City 20:20 19/09/2026Ho Chi Minh City has ordered agencies and local administrations to accelerate work in the final four months of 2026, remove bottlenecks and mobilize resources to achieve its target of at least 10 percent gross regional domestic product (GRDP) growth for the year, according to local authorities.
Rising food prices squeeze household budgets in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 15:33 16/09/2026Prices of agricultural produce and essential foods have gradually increased in Ho Chi Minh City in recent months, putting greater pressure on household budgets and making each meal more costly.
Unusual haze blankets Ho Chi Minh City, but are fires in Indonesia to blame?
Ho Chi Minh City 14:37 16/09/2026Haze has reduced visibility across Ho Chi Minh City and southern Vietnam in recent days despite unfavorable weather conditions for its formation, prompting questions over whether smoke from fires in Indonesia has drifted into the region.
Ho Chi Minh City to see rainfall of more than 250 mm from Thursday
Ho Chi Minh City 12:48 16/09/2026Ho Chi Minh City and southern Vietnam are seeing stable weather on Wednesday, but rainfall is expected to increase from Thursday.
Ho Chi Minh City braces for 5 days of heavy rain
Ho Chi Minh City 15:24 15/09/2026Ho Chi Minh City and other southern Vietnam localities are expected to face heavy downpours from Thursday to next Monday, according to the Southern Regional Hydro-Meteorological Station.
