Hà Nội eyes BID model to boost heritage and commerce

Hà Nội is exploring Business Improvement Districts as a way to revitalise its streets, boost the night economy and turn heritage areas into vibrant, well-managed urban hubs. The model encourages collaboration between businesses, property owners and local authorities, aiming to balance preservation with commercial growth.

Đồng Nai seeks to develop 60-km metro link to HCM City

The southern province of Đồng Nai has asked the central government for special policy exemptions to build a more than 60-km metro line linking HCM City, the provincial administrative centre, and Long Thành International Airport under a public-private partnership (PPP) model.

HCM City sets five-year child protection priorities

The HCM City Child Protection Association set out key tasks to strengthen child care, protection and community-based support across the city at its first congress for the 2025-30 tenure on Tuesday (December 9).

National Cybersecurity Association opens branch in HCM City

The southern branch aims to become a coordinating body for cybersecurity tasks, workforce development, awareness-raising and the strengthening of digital defence capabilities across the region, contributing to the safe and sustainable growth of Việt Nam’s digital economy.

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