Vietnam Airlines launches direct air route from HCM City to Dien Bien
The new route is considered significant for regional connectivity and creates additional momentum for local development.
HCM City establishes steering committee for Ring Road 4 project
The project has a total length of more than 207 km, with a total investment capital estimated at VND120.4 trillion (approximately $4.6 billion).
Vietnam International Trade Fair opens in HCM City
The three-day event offering a panoramic view of modern consumer trends, technology, and design through dedicated zones for food and smart consumer goods, as well as household electrical and electronic appliances.
2025 Intelligent Community Forum Global Summit opens in HCM City
The summit focusing on advancing smart, investable and sustainable urban development in Vietnam.
Saigon AI Hub launched in Ho Chi Minh City
As the city's first open AI research space, the hub focuses on tackling socio-economic development challenges through AI, particularly in key sectors such as healthcare, education, and transportation.
Global On-Chain Economy Alliance debuts in HCM City
The alliance aims to pilot next-generation digital finance models, accelerate innovation, and attract international capital.
Free Trade Zone proposed in Ho Chi Minh City
The Government has proposed piloting special mechanisms and policies for the development of Ho Chi Minh City, including the establishment of a Free Trade Zone.
HDF Energy plans $500 mln investment in green projects in Vietnam
The investment targetting potential energy and transport projects across Vietnam.
HCM City welcomes over 7.3 mln foreign tourists in 11M
The city's total tourism revenue reaching VND233.56 trillion ($8.88 billion).
Oustanding loans in HCM City and Dong Nai province reach $210 bln in 10M
Credit activities remaining on a steady upward path.
International Marine & Offshore Expo opens in HCM City
The event attracting over 200 domestic and foreign exhibitors.
Thu Thiem set to become HCM City’s new economic hub
Transport infrastructure is a crucial factor driving Thu Thiem's development.
HCMC standardizes house data for enhanced urban management
Current house number data is primarily stored manually at district-level urban management offices and ward/commune offices. This leads to data fragmentation and a lack of synchronization with land data.
HCM City strives to complete 232km of urban rail by 2030
Total investment capital estimated at $19.67 billion.
Autumn Economic Forum 2025 set to open in HCM City
The forum expected to draw 500 participants from innovation centres, international organisations, universities, research institutes, and multinational corporations.
HCM City and the Netherlands strengthen green logistics and smart airport cooperation
The trade turnover between HCM City and the Netherlands in the first half of 2025 reaching $2.4 billion.
Vietnam Foodexpo 2025 opens in HCM City
The event featuring over 500 booths from nearly 400 local and international companies.
New emission standard application proposed for Hanoi and HCM City from 2027
Cars in the two cities will be required to meet Level 4 standards.
Construction of HCM City's Metro Line 2 scheduled to start in January 2026
The metro line will connect with Metro Line No. 1 and link with future urban transit routes, enhancing east–west connectivity across the city’s central area.
Three key bridges connecting Dong Nai with HCM City to be built
These projects aiming to improve transport capacity, enhance regional connectivity, and facilitate travel and goods transportation between the two localities.