Tens of thousands gather for parade celebrating 70th anniversary of liberation of Vietnam’s Hai Phong City
Vietnam News 16:04 11/05/2025In a jubilant and patriotic atmosphere, tens of thousands of residents and visitors flocked to the area surrounding Hai Phong Opera House in Hai Phong City on Sunday morning to witness a grand parade and mass march commemorating the 70th anniversary of the northern Vietnamese city’s liberation (May 13, 1955 - May 13, 2025).
Vietnamese troops join Russia’s Victory Day military parade for first time
Vietnam News 19:12 09/05/2025A 68-member Vietnamese military contingent marched in Russia’s Victory Day parade on Friday, marking the first time the Vietnam People’s Army has participated in the annual event held on Moscow’s Red Square.
Ho Chi Minh City parking lot operator fined over $1,200 for overcharging
Ho Chi Minh City 13:25 09/05/2025The People’s Committee of District 3 in Ho Chi Minh City has issued an administrative fine of VND31.5 million (US$1,212) against a parking lot operator featured in a viral video alleging it charged VND100,000 ($3.85) per motorbike, 10-20 times the common price for the downtown district.
Vietnam to organize military parade, march for National Day celebrations in September
Vietnam News 17:57 04/05/2025Vietnam's Ministry of National Defense, in coordination with relevant agencies, is preparing to organize a parade and march at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the National Day on September 2.
Metro crowds signal new rhythm for old habit in Ho Chi Minh City
In-Depth 16:50 03/05/2025This year's Reunification Day holiday has marked a notable shift in Ho Chi Minh City, as the usual traffic chaos gave way to a more orderly scene, with thousands of residents choosing to travel by metro.
Mounted police parade thrills crowds on Reunification Day in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 11:22 01/05/2025A Vietnamese mounted police unit captivated spectators with a dynamic display of equestrian skill and precision in downtown Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday, amid vibrant celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and national reunification (April 30, 1975-2025).
Foreign military units join Vietnam’s Reunification Day parade
Ho Chi Minh City 14:54 30/04/2025Military contingents from China, Laos, and Cambodia on Wednesday morning participated in the grand military parade and march held in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and national reunification (April 30).
Troops march through downtown streets of Ho Chi Minh City, cheered on by residents
Ho Chi Minh City 13:19 30/04/2025After completing the official parade past the grandstand on Le Duan Boulevard in Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday morning for the 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and Reunification Day (April 30), the parade units continued their routes through Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street, and Ton Duc Thang Street, greeted by thunderous applause from residents lining both sides of the streets.
Tens of thousands fill Ho Chi Minh City streets overnight for Reunification Day parade
Ho Chi Minh City 07:20 30/04/2025Crowds have packed downtown Ho Chi Minh City from midnight to sunrise to witness a grand military parade commemorating the 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and national reunification on April 30, with many expressing gratitude for past generations who secured Vietnam’s independence and peace 50 years ago.
Before sunset, people lay tarps, pitch tents to claim spots for April 30 parade in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 23:16 29/04/2025Hundreds of people laid out tarps, brought chairs, food, and drinks – and even pitched tents along key roads in downtown Ho Chi Minh City – on Tuesday to reserve spots for a military parade marking the 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and Reunification Day on Wednesday.
Metro line to operate from 4:30 am, transporting passengers to downtown Ho Chi Minh City on Reunification Day
Ho Chi Minh City 11:56 29/04/2025In preparation for the grand celebrations of Reunification Day on April 30, authorities in Ho Chi Minh City will restrict traffic on several downtown streets and encourage residents to use the metro, which will operate with extended hours from 4:30 am to 11:00 pm to facilitate access to the parade areas.
Chinese troops sing ‘Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh’ on downtown Ho Chi Minh City streets
Ho Chi Minh City 19:41 27/04/2025In a stirring moment during the final rehearsal on Sunday morning for the upcoming 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and Reunification Day on April 30, a contingent of Chinese soldiers captured the attention and hearts of onlookers as they marched through the streets of downtown Ho Chi Minh City singing a beloved Vietnamese revolutionary song.
