National
Ho Chi Minh City has two self-nominated candidates for National Assembly
Across the country, five individuals have self-nominated to run for the 16th National Assembly, including two from Ho Chi Minh City.
PM orders coordinated measures to stabilise rice production and markets
Party chief calls for stronger legal framework on food safety
Candidates meet voters, calls raised on jobs, healthcare, and infrastructure
PM advocates leveraging silver economy to address population ageing
International
First senior officials’ meeting of CPTPP in 2026 opens in Hanoi
Vietnam’s CPTPP chairmanship 2026 is implemented under the theme “Shared Visions – Shared Actions”, reflecting members’ commitment to working together towards long-term development goals and translating shared visions into concrete outcomes.
Singapore deepens economic ties with Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam steps up partnership with UNDP, WHO in tackling air pollution
HCMC, Daejeon seek cooperation in finance, urban development, high technology
Vietnam pushes for consensus ahead of WTO ministerial conference
Business
Vietnam to roll out E10 bioethanol fuel ahead of schedule
Petroleum businesses are preparing to introduce E10 gasoline nationwide as early as late March, with the Ministry of Industry and Trade encouraging implementation from May 1 to ensure a smooth market transition.
Steel prices rise again across Vietnam
Electric motorbike sales surge in Ho Chi Minh City
Fuel prices slashed nationwide following ministries’ action
Ho Chi Minh City orders transport firms to report fuel price impact
Education
Ho Chi Minh City education sector seeks stronger international integration
At a workshop this morning, education officials and school leaders proposed solutions to enhance foreign relations and global cooperation, aiming to train generations of students as global citizens.
HCMC has no shortage of capital for education investment
Ho Chi Minh City expands pilot preschool program to 15 facilities
Australia and Vietnam deepen ties through digital skills roadshow
SGGP, HUFLIT forge media, digital training partnership
Sports
100 cyclists compete at HCMC Women’s Cycling – Biwase Cup 2026
The HCMC International Women’s Cycling Tournament – Biwase Cup 2026 officially got underway on March 9, immediately after the conclusion of the Biwase Tour of Vietnam 2026.
