Inside Saigon Official’s Controversial Sidewalk-Clearing Campaign
As a new week begins, Vice Chairman Doan Ngoc Hai of the District 1 People’s Committee has made it clear he plans to continue his sidewalk-clearing campaign.
Roads Around Tan Son Nhat Rerouted for Overpass Construction
Traffic patterns around Tan Son Nhat International Airport were altered over the weekend to make way for the construction of two overpasses aimed at easing congestion around the facility.
Saigon to Evict Shops and Cafes From 42 Nguyen Hue
You might need to sit down for this: in the next few months, Saigon’s most popular cafe apartment building at 42 Nguyen Hue Boulevard will be stripped of its businesses.
VietJet and Airbus to Open Aviation Technology Center in Saigon
It’s been a busy 12 months for VietJet, from buying a new fleet of aircraft to going public. To keep that momentum going, in 2017, Vietnam’s budget airline is set to open an aviation technology center...
Military Hands Over Land at Tan Son Nhat for Expansion
Saigon's Tan Son Nhat International Airport (TSN) will be expanded in the near future as the Ministry of Defense recently handed over land at the facility to the Ministry of Transport.
Saigoneers Should Walk More to Reduce Pollution, Traffic Congestion: City Official
After unveiling a plan for river bus services, Saigon officials are encouraging the southern hub’s residents to ease traffic congestion by walking to school or work if their destination is within thre...
Saigon Unveils Plans for River Bus Service
In yet another effort to ease traffic congestion on Saigon's choked streets, local officials recently announced a plan for the city's first river bus service.
Saigon Metro Construction to Demolish Ben Thanh Roundabout, Bus Station
Saigon’s historic Quach Thi Trang roundabout in front of Ben Thanh Market will soon be no more.
Saigon to Re-Evaluate Metal Barriers on D1 Sidewalks
In an effort to reduce the number of motorists driving on city sidewalks, Saigon authorities recently installed metal barriers along some streets in District 1, however some are questioning whether or...
[Video] Hop on Saigon's Shiny New Electric Bus
Tourists in Saigon are now able to enjoy the city’s scenery on four eco-friendly electric buses.
Saigon Rolls out QR Code Program to Provide Information on Safe Produce
In addition to pork products, Saigon’s veggies are now getting the QR code treatment.
Saigon Now Has Its Own Traffic App
On January 19, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Transport launched a mobile application and a website to give users real-time traffic updates around the city.
Saigon to Fix Tet 'Eyesore' Decorations Downtown
Vietnam’s street decoration projects have been taking a lot of flak recently from local residents, prompting municipal authorities to take action.
Company Proposes Cable Car to Ease Traffic Congestion Near Tan Son Nhat
A local company has left many scratching their heads after proposing to ease traffic congestion by ferrying travelers from nearby parks to Tan Son Nhat International Airport via cable car.
Wave of New Cars Flood Saigon's Vehicle Registration Centers
Saigon’s car registration offices are currently chock full of vehicle owners hoping to get their new rides licensed.
7,000 Sanitation Workers to Keep Saigon Streets Clean During Tet
Saigon will require as many as 7,000 sanitation workers to keep its streets and major markets clean during the upcoming Tet holiday.
Saigon Plans to Eliminate Poverty by 2020: Official
As part of the city’s sustainable poverty reduction program, Saigon is aiming to lift all households out of poverty by 2020.
Saigon Considers Altering Work Hours to Tackle Traffic Congestion
As Saigon’s traffic problems get progressively worse, municipal authorities recently announced that they’re considering a handful of proposed solutions that were previously tabled, including an adjust...
Saigon’s Cool Weather to Continue Through New Year
The abnormally cold weather that has visited Saigon since early December is expected to remain through the new year.
Saigon Banks Prepare for Tet Cash Shortage
Ahead of Vietnam’s annual pre-Tet ATM cash shortage, banks are preparing their own plans to handle the increased usage of these machines. However some local institutions are worried about a new factor...
