Ho Chi Minh City plans free bus travel through end of 2026
The city's People's Committee has proposed allocating an additional 665 billion VND (about 26 million USD) to cover 100% of bus fares during the six-month period.
Enhanced destination experiences deliver ‘dual benefits’ for Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism
Enriching on-site visitor experiences and redesigning itineraries to create more distinctive tour products are delivering what industry observers describe as “dual benefits” – responding to growing demand for experiential and sustainable travel while reducing transportation costs and creating fresh appeal for the summer tourism season.
Ho Chi Minh City must maximise role as economic powerhouse: PM
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung called for a comprehensive review of Ho Chi Minh City’s 2026 economic growth scenarios, with a focus on identifying untapped potential across sectors and deploying effective measures to maximise growth in the remaining quarters of the year, particularly in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, logistics, finance and banking, and other high-value-added industries.
New institutional framework powers Ho Chi Minh City’s next growth leap
To establish a breakthrough institutional framework for the city’s development in the new era, the resolution calls for the formulation and enactment of a Special Urban Law.
Ho Chi Minh City, TikTok join hands to spread local culture, cuisine
In Ho Chi Minh City, the flagship campaign, titled “Touching Heritage”, is set to be launched in Saigon, Ben Thanh, and Cho Lon wards via short videos, livestreams, and other interactive digital formats.
Vietnam to develop four universities comparable to Asia’s leading institutions
The institutions covered by the scheme are the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), University of Medicine and Pharmacy Ho Chi Minh City (UMP), Vietnamese-German University (VGU) and Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNUHCM).
Ho Chi Minh City brings quality healthcare closer to underserved communities
Ho Chi Minh City is pioneering efforts to expand access to quality healthcare by deploying doctors and extending hospital services to remote and island areas, as part of its push toward universal health coverage.
Ho Chi Minh City: Ward pioneers scientific index to measure residents’ happiness
The initiative is considered a pioneering step in local governance, aiming to place people’s satisfaction and quality of life at the centre of policy-making and development planning.
Vietnam’s startup ecosystem gains momentum on global stage
According to the Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2026 released by StartupBlink, Vietnam climbed five places to rank 50th globally, marking its highest position ever in the annual rankings.
Ho Chi Minh City listed among global Top 100 startup ecosystems
The southern economic hub climbs 12 places from 2025 to rank 98th globally, marking its highest position ever in StartupBlink’s rankings.
Nearly 200 technology firms join HUTECH Job Fair 2026
The event offered more than 6,600 job and internship opportunities across a wide range of sectors, including information technology, engineering, aviation, logistics, finance, e-commerce, tourism and services. It was jointly organised by technology enterprises and the Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH).
Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang lead Thai tourists’ searches
Data from the online booking platform Agoda shows that Ho Chi Minh City recorded the highest growth in searches from Thailand, reaching 134%, followed by Da Nang with a 58% increase. Other destinations such as Hong Kong (China) saw more modest growth.
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City among world’s top 100 walkable cities
The list also features Hoi An in Da Nang, further highlighting Vietnam’s growing appeal as a destination for immersive on-foot travel experiences.
Ho Chi Minh City breaks ground on projects shaping modern megacity
The newly-launched large-scale projects in Ho Chi Minh City are expected to shape a megacity of regional and international stature, and generate strong momentum for the city's next phase of growth.
Party General Secretary and State President meets workers in Ho Chi Minh City
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam affirmed that the Party and State consistently regard the working class as a highly important force in the cause of national construction and defence.
Vietnamese nationwide pay tribute to ancestors on Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day
In Ho Chi Minh City, leaders, residents, overseas Vietnamese, students and pupils offered incense and flowers in tribute to the Hung Kings and Nguyen Huu Canh, credited with opening up the Sai Gon – Gia Dinh area.
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City named among Top 5 fastest-growing cities globally
In this context, Vietnam stands out prominently as Ho Chi Minh City ranks second globally, while Hanoi takes fifth place in the growth potential ranking. The simultaneous presence of both Vietnamese megacities in the global top tier reflects not only strong growth potential, but also the country’s increasingly prominent role in regional value chains.
Ho Chi Minh City ready to provide mass health checkups for over 15 million residents
The initiative is designed to bring multi-specialty healthcare closer to communities, with an emphasis on vulnerable and high-risk groups, including the elderly, those with chronic conditions, and disadvantaged populations, enabling early detection and sustained health management.
Ho Chi Minh City: Investment licences granted within 15 days under special mechanism
According to Deputy Head of HEPZA Le Van Thinh, the new policy comes as the city intensifies administrative reform, digital transformation, and efforts to enhance competitiveness in attracting investment into its export processing and industrial zones.
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City to begin motorcycle emissions testing from July 2027
After the two major cities in 2027, the scheme will expand to other cities from July 1, 2028, and to the remaining provinces from July 1, 2030.