Stories from Ho Chi Minh City · Vietnam

Vietnam's PVgas announced on April 29 that it will import nearly 100,000 to 20,000 tons of LNG-LPG. The move is intended to ensure energy security and meet demand. The announcement was made by the Vietnam Gas Corporation.

Construction has commenced on a 1.4-hectare renovation project for the Ben Nha Rong museum area in Ho Chi Minh City. This initiative aims to assist citizens, particularly workers and students, in completing administrative procedures. The Public Security Department's Internal Affairs Division has introduced flexible administrative hours, extending services beyond regular working times. This is contributing to water flow issues. Many drainage ditches along Route D743 are blocked by sand and debris, hindering water flow. This situation is attributed to inadequate urban planning and road management. Traffic is heavy during peak hours at the Xuyen Loc intersection and on Ba Minh My road, though traffic is otherwise smooth in both directions. Tan Son Nhat International Airport (T1, T3, T2) handled a total of 694 flights on May 2nd, with over 98,900 passengers.

Deputy Director of the Telecommunications Authority Nguyen Anh Cuong stated that over 92 million subscribers have been registered on the VNERD system. The announcement was made during a regular meeting of the Ministry of Science and Technology. This data reflects preliminary statistics regarding subscriber registration in urban and industrial areas. Over 95 million subscribers have synchronized their data with the VNEID application as of late April 2026. This process aims to verify ownership of mobile subscriptions in accordance with Circular 08 regulations. The Ministry of Information and Communications reported that more than 34 million subscribers have yet to be confirmed on the platform by June 15. The synchronization is part of a regulatory effort to ensure mobile accounts are registered to their rightful owners.

Vietnam Railways has added approximately 44,200 trips to accommodate the peak travel period from April 29 to May 3. Additional trips, designated SM-11 and SM-12, will run on peak days. The railway sector is also increasing service on routes connecting Hanoi, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, and Nha Trang. Authorities are monitoring passenger flow to deploy additional vehicles as needed. Increased security measures have been in place on various routes since April 24.

A collision occurred between a truck and a car on the route from My Hanh toward Cau Lon. The accident has caused localized traffic congestion in the area. It is currently unclear if local authorities have arrived to coordinate traffic flow.

Vietnam imported 56,012 completely built-up automobiles in the first quarter of 2026. This represents a 21 percent increase compared to the same period last year. March 2026 statistics show 25,255 imported vehicles were processed, a 56.9 percent increase from the previous month.

LEGO has launched a new Technic Mustang GT model. The set is priced at 99 USD. The source noted that the model achieves certain capabilities that the real-world 46,000 USD Ford version lacks. The model includes two different body kit options for customization.

The Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee has drafted a decision to implement specific pricing for domestic waste collection and transport services. Group 6 includes wards in the former Ba Ria area.

High-ranking officials face allegations of receiving bribes from foreign online gambling networks. The accused include Lieutenant General Okhay Selah, Deputy Director General of the Immigration Department, and Major General Sa Salman, Deputy Chief of Phnom Nhan City Police.

Nha Khoa Mastery, a limited liability company located on Thong Nhat Street in Dong Hoa Ward, was fined 160 million VND for providing medical examination services without a license and advertising before commencing operations. The facility was also ordered to suspend operations for 18 months and remove all advertisements. Additionally, Viet Khang Group, a limited liability company on Tran Dinh Xu Street in Cau Am Ward, was fined for providing medical services exceeding its permitted scope. Additionally, a practitioner named Mr. Te was fined 35 million VND for practicing beyond his professional scope and using a certificate belonging to another individual for 22 months. The authorities also suspended his professional practice certificate for 22 months and imposed a 5 million VND fine. The incident occurred in Ho Chi Minh City.