Images celebrating the 50th anniversary of Saigon–Gia Dinh officially being renamed Ho Chi Minh City (July 2, 1976 – 2026), are being displayed on giant electronic screens in central Seoul on July 1-2.
Vietnam's rescue team recovered 11 bodies from earthquake rubble in Venezuela while continuing relief and medical assistance for affected communities.
The State Bank of Vietnam announced that strong credit growth in the first six months of 2026 was recorded as the central bank maintained a flexible monetary policy to support economic growth while keeping inflation under control.
Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating plans to convert surplus government offices into schools, with authorities targeting phased handovers through August 2026 while prioritizing student safety, educational needs and preschool land allocation.
Ho Chi Minh City is embarking on an ambitious transformation to establish itself as a world-class sports center, backed by a long-term vision that emphasizes innovation, modernization and international integration.