ho chi minh city welcomes new hotel

Ho Chi Minh City welcomes new hotel

Ho Chi Minh City is in a strong position to capture growth in the tourism sector with the arrival of a new wave of branded properties – such as the latest offering from the InterContinental Hotels Group – which could bring the location more prominently onto the international tourism map. Nhat Ha reports.
vietnamwood underway in ho chi minh city

VietnamWood underway in Ho Chi Minh City

The 13th edition of Vietnam International Woodworking Industry Fair (VietnamWood 2019) and Vietnam International Furniture Accessories, Hardware & Tools (Furnitec 2019) are taking place in tandem on September 18-21 at Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City.
smarter transport for ho chi minh city

Smarter transport for Ho Chi Minh City

The transportation system in Vietnam’s biggest ­metropolis is ­undergoing a facelift as ­Vietnam’s largest urban area rolls out its ambitious smart city strategy.
luxury living in ho chi minh city

Luxury living in Ho Chi Minh City

A luxury landmark in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s buzzing central business districts, and with Saigon Opera House just a few steps away, InterContinental Residences Saigon is located right in the heart of an iconic tourist destination.
kbee ho chi minh city comes stronger than ever

KBEE Ho Chi Minh City comes stronger than ever

The Korea Trade & Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) held the Korean Brand & Entertainment Expo 2017 (KBEE 2017) at GEM Centre in Ho Chi Minh City this morning, as part of the activities celebrating the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Korea and to promote Vietnamese-Korean friendly relations through cultural and commercial exchanges.
ho chi minh city supports startups

Ho Chi Minh city supports startups

Ho Chi Minh City has established a number of support and consultancy centers to help startups as part of its startup support program. The establishment of more than 20,000 enterprises in the first half of this year has proved the effectiveness of this program.
the brightest spots in ho chi minh city

The brightest spots in Ho Chi Minh City

Besides the design of a modern apartment, the urban areas also invest in creating a green environment with a variety of amenities so that residents are always comfortable in their daily activities.
ghost villas in ho chi minh city

Ghost villas in Ho Chi Minh City

Although the real estate market in Ho Chi Minh City has been warming up in the last two years, there are still hundreds of ghost luxury villas.
ho chi minh city celebrates liberation

Ho Chi Minh City celebrates liberation

Since its liberation on April 30, 1975, Ho Chi Minh City, once known as Saigon, has witnessed big changes in its socio-economic development. Nguyen Truong Nhan, vice chairman of the city’s Committee for Overseas Vietnamese, spoke with VIR’s Gia Huy on this topic.
ho chi minh city vigilantes on facebook

Ho Chi Minh City vigilantes on Facebook

The Facebook pages of a group of vigilantes in Ho Chi Minh City have been capturing the attention and support of local citizens, who have been following their accomplishments in the fight against crime in the city.
office rents way down in ho chi minh city

Office rents way down in Ho Chi Minh City

The average rent for an office in Ho Chi Minh City decreased by 9.1 per cent last year, according to CBRE Vietnam.
living with floodwater in ho chi minh city

Living with floodwater in Ho Chi Minh City

A man got an electric shock, falling to the ground and breaking his shoulder bone when floodwater rose this week, inundating a residential area in Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City and causing a short circuit.
where to trick or treat in ho chi minh city

Where to ‘trick or treat’ in Ho Chi Minh City?

Halloween is just around the corner so Tuoi Tre News lists places you many want to consider when deciding where to celebrate it in Ho Chi Minh City.
calamity forecast in ho chi minh city

Calamity forecast in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City is severely vulnerable to flooding from the Saigon River due to its low position above sea level.
etihad wings into ho chi minh city

Etihad wings into Ho Chi Minh City

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), last week launched daily flights to Ho Chi Minh City in an effort to facilitate growing trade and investment partnerships between Vietnam and the UAE. Peter Baumgartner, chief commercial officer of Etihad Airways, spoke to VIR’s Ngoc Linh about the opening of the new route.