HCMC K-Brand Expo 2026 highlights technology and AI
The event is being held for the fifth consecutive year, with the aim of strengthening trade and innovation links between Vietnam and South Korea.
HCMC International Travel Expo 2026 expected to further boost tourism
The expo, scheduled for August 27-29, is expected to bring together more than 260 international buyers and over 500 tourism companies and brands, with more than 21,000 business-to-business meetings scheduled.
GBA Oktoberfest Vietnam 2026 set to open in Hanoi, HCM City and Da Nang
More than a German beer festival, the event is designed to serve as a cultural bridge connecting the German business community with local residents and international visitors.
HCM City plans outlet model as new growth driver
The city proposing 10-15-hectare sites at major transport gateways to develop outlet centers, particularly near Tan Son Nhat International Airport or along routes connecting to Long Thanh International Airport in nearby Dong Nai city.
Vietfish 2026 opens in HCMC, spotlighting innovation and sustainability
The event featureing 568 booths from 335 domestic and international companies from 18 countries and territories.
iTech Expo 2026 to showcase advanced technology and semiconductor ecosystem
The event, scheduled to take place from September 30 to October 2 in HCM City, is expected to feature nearly 100 domestic and international technology booths.
HCMC to launch, inaugurate 16 major projects in celebration of National Day
Among the transport projects, the Thu Thiem–Long Thanh railway has the largest investment, estimated at VND134 trillion ($5.1 billion).
HCM City adds four housing projects eligible for foreign ownership
As of August 2026, the southern city has designated 148 commercial housing projects in which foreign individuals and organizations are eligible to own residential properties.
Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition set to open in HCM City
Companies from 17 countries and territories will showcase seafood materials, technologies and solutions at the event.
HCM City emerges as APAC data center investment hotspot
Ho Chi Minh City, with a total data centre supply of 68 megawatts (MW), is gradually strengthening its position on the regional data centre map.
HCM City's e-commerce retail sales expected to grow 25% annually
The southern metropolis has unveiled its 2026–2030 Master Plan for E-commerce Development.
HCM City to invest over $275m in flood control projects in 2026
The move aiming to improve drainage capacity and address persistent flooding.
HCMC welcomes 7.13 Million foreign visitors in 7M
Total tourism revenue estimated at VND237.466 trillion ($9.1 billion).
HCMC establishes free trade zone linked to Cai Mep Ha port
The FTZ is expected to create space for rapid, sustainable and internationally integrated development in the southeastern region and the country as a whole.
Remittances to HCM City reach over $4bln in 6M
Asia and the Americas remaining the southern city's two largest sources, together accounting for more than 81% of total remittances.
HCM City launches strategic advisory board for International Financial Center
The advisory board is established to strengthen the centre's strategic planning capacity by drawing on global expertise and international best practices.
InnoEx 2026 to spotlight AI, green innovation and new growth models
The event expected to bringing together enterprises, investment funds, technology corporations, startups and innovation organisations from over 60 countries and territories.
HCM City records fastest economic growth in a decade
The southern city's economic growth accelerates to 8.55% in the first half of 2026, missing its double-digit threshold.
Samsung Electronics inaugrates rooftop solar power project in HCM City
Once fully operational, the facility is expected to generate more than 40,000 MWh of clean electricity annually.
Ho Chi Minh City banks disburse $10.3 billion in H1 loans
The financing has enabled businesses to expand production and commercial activities.