It brings the total number of cases in Việt Nam throughout the pandemic to 5,086.

Thủ Đức City and all 21 districts in HCM City have completed preparations for elections to the National Assembly and people's councils for the 2021-26 term, according to HCM City Election Commission.

The fourth wave of COVID-19 infections, starting from April 27, is considered the most severe in Việt Nam since the pandemic began.

A number of key hospital projects slated for completion in the next five years have been postponed because of delays in land acquisition and capital shortages, according to city authorities.

On Sunday, millions of Vietnamese people nationwide will go to the polls to choose their representatives for the 15th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2021-2026 term. HCM City voters of all walks of life share their expectations about the elected deputies that play a major role in creating a prosperous country.