Forty traditional markets allowed to reopen

Lists of traditional markets that have been allowed to re-open to sell essential goods by Ho Chi Minh City went viral on the internet.
Forty traditional markets allowed to reopen ảnh 1 Market goers write health declaration before going into markets
These markets are open from 6 AM to 5 PM.
The Department of Industry and Trade said that traditional markets including Phu Tho market in District 11, An Dong Market in District 5, and Kien Thanh market in Binh Tan District were reopened on July 19. Currently, 40 traditional markets have been operating safely in the southern metropolis.
Regarding the reopening of traditional markets in the area, the city now has the policy to ensure the timely supply of food and essential food for dwellers, but still ensure epidemic prevention work.
Markets that are temporarily closed may only be opened only if they can meet the mandatory requirement and implement preventative measures and the density of market-goers to ensure the 5K principle.
The City Department of Industry and Trade has provided guidance on pilot solutions for sales of food as well as the application of information technology to manage market visitors.

FEEDBACK

Other news

Raising shrimps for export at Duyen Hai Youth Farm in Can Gio District, one of the key economic sectors in the effort to overcome difficulties after liberation

Beyond survival: HCMC’s bold leap to economic leadership

Fifty years after liberation, HCMC overcame immense post-war challenges through innovative and bold leadership, prioritizing the people’s welfare and driving the nation’s economic growth by breaking free from old mechanisms, embracing new approaches.

HCMC responds swiftly to US tariff challenges

HCMC responds swiftly to US tariff challenges

From a policy response perspective, experts argue that Ho Chi Minh City must adopt a forward-looking, proactive stance rather than remaining in a reactive, defensive mode.

A corner of Ho Chi Minh City (Photo: SGGP)

Proud of the city named after President Ho Chi Minh

Fifty years ago during these days, the liberation forces moved towards Saigon, joining with local uprising forces to conduct the 1975 Spring General Offensive and Uprising, with the final victory of the Ho Chi Minh Campaign.

HCMC honors 500 outstanding children

HCMC honors 500 outstanding children

More than 10,000 outstanding children following Uncle Ho's teachings in Ho Chi Minh City attended an honoring ceremony that was held at Dam Sen Cultural Park in the city on April 6.

City residents join hands to enhance urban aesthetics

City residents join hands to enhance urban aesthetics

In recent years, HCMC has been grappling with the persistent problem of predatory lending and a deluge of illicit advertisements that have not only stirred public outrage but also blighted the city’s urban aesthetics.

Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day celebrated in Ho Chi Minh City

Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day celebrated in Ho Chi Minh City

On the morning of April 7 (the tenth day of the third lunar month in 2025), leaders and former leaders of the Party and State, along with a delegation from the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee joined the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Ceremony.