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Four key HCMC infrastructure projects to begin construction this December

Four key HCMC infrastructure projects to begin construction this December

Ho Chi Minh City plans to kick off major works, including the Nguyen Khoai bridge-road and the HCMC–Long Thanh Expressway expansion, before December concludes.
Current looks of HCMC's first boulevard to feature dedicated bicycle lane

Current looks of HCMC's first boulevard to feature dedicated bicycle lane

Ho Chi Minh City to clear slums along canals in District 8, relocate 15,000 families

Ho Chi Minh City to clear slums along canals in District 8, relocate 15,000 families

HCMC's $29M upgrade of pothole-riddled road gets underway

HCMC's $29M upgrade of pothole-riddled road gets underway

A major road in Ho Chi Minh City, Lo Lu, that was potholed and suffered from frequent flooding is being upgraded at a cost of VND755 billion (US$28.9 million).
June 26, 2025 | 11:18 pm PT
12 works that transformed HCMC's traffic infrastructure since 1975

12 works that transformed HCMC's traffic infrastructure since 1975

The Ben Thanh–Suoi Tien metro line, Ba Son and Phu My bridges and some major boulevards are among infrastructure works that have reshaped Ho Chi Minh City in the last 50 years.
April 23, 2025 | 03:05 pm PT
Ho Chi Minh City enhances downtown sidewalks with granite paving

Ho Chi Minh City enhances downtown sidewalks with granite paving

Sidewalks across Ho Chi Minh City downtown are being uniformly renovated with granite paving, new greenery, and upgraded manhole covers to enhance the city's aesthetics.
March 19, 2025 | 07:57 pm PT
How new cinema park will transform Saigon River landscape

How new cinema park will transform Saigon River landscape

A new cinema-themed park planned along the Saigon River in Ho Chi Minh City is set to become a major cultural and entertainment hub, enhancing the riverside Bach Dang Wharf Park and attracting visitors with film-inspired attractions.
March 18, 2025 | 02:00 am PT
HCMC major road expansion stalled for 15 years over compensation disputes

HCMC major road expansion stalled for 15 years over compensation disputes

The project to expand Hanoi Highway that connects Ho Chi Minh City's center with its eastern gateway remains unfinished after 15 years due to unresolved land clearance problems.
March 13, 2025 | 02:00 am PT
Ba Son Bridge lit up with colors, enhancing Saigon River's nightscape

Ba Son Bridge lit up with colors, enhancing Saigon River's nightscape

One of the latest icon of HCMC, Ba Son Bridge, which connects District 1 with the Thu Thiem urban area in Thu Duc City, has been equipped with a new lighting system, creating a striking feature on the Saigon River that attracts visitors.
January 2, 2025 | 10:12 pm PT
Cost to create HCMC's model street doubles to $2.6M

Cost to create HCMC's model street doubles to $2.6M

The renovation of Thai Van Lung Street in downtown Ho Chi Minh City is set to cost nearly VND64 billion (US$2.6 million), more than VND31 billion above the original estimate due to added features.
December 4, 2024 | 09:00 pm PT
HCMC refurbishes downtown sidewalks

HCMC refurbishes downtown sidewalks

Nearly 80 sidewalks and alleys in Ho Chi Minh City's downtown District 1 are being renovated and paved with granite, with a total investment of about VND220 billion (US$8.7 million) to enhance urban aesthetics.
August 12, 2024 | 03:27 pm PT
HCMC seeks developers to build apartments in crowded downtown market

HCMC seeks developers to build apartments in crowded downtown market

Authorities in HCMC's District 1 are looking for investors to build apartments at the spot where Ga-Gao market stands now, hosting vendor families in deteriorated quarters.
June 28, 2024 | 03:44 pm PT
Delayed project traps 1,000 families in slum along HCMC's metro line

Delayed project traps 1,000 families in slum along HCMC's metro line

Beneath Ho Chi Minh City’s new elevated metro, 1,000 households along Van Thanh creek have been stuck in dilapidated homes for two decades after plans to relocate them were suspended.
May 22, 2024 | 03:20 pm PT
HCMC families donate land for road expansion

HCMC families donate land for road expansion

Around 180 families in Phu Nhuan District have donated a combined total of VND84 billion ($3.3 million) in land to widen their alleys and ease neighborhood traffic jams.
May 20, 2024 | 11:00 pm PT
Floating 'garden islands' proposed on Saigon River

Floating 'garden islands' proposed on Saigon River

An advisory consortium has proposed constructing “garden islands” on the Saigon River in downtown Ho Chi Minh City to beautify the area and provide entertainment venues.
May 14, 2024 | 06:25 pm PT
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