Stories from Ho Chi Minh City · Vietnam

Vietnam recorded 37 serious traffic accidents across road, rail, and water routes as of 5:00 PM on April 30. The report indicates a positive trend in public order and safety compared to previous holiday periods. This information was provided by police authorities in Vietnam. Compared to the same period last year, accident incidents fell by over 4.7%, deaths decreased by 50%, and injuries dropped by more than 58%. Authorities processed over 13,000 violations, primarily focusing on common errors such as speeding. Vietnam recorded 177 traffic accidents resulting in 95 deaths and 114 injuries during a four-day holiday period. Traffic police attributed the reduction in incidents to increased inspections and testing. Hospitals reported no deaths or mass rescue operations during the holiday. The number of accidents also fell by 72 incidents year-over-year.

Authorities fined three companies a total of 390 million Vietnamese dong for failing to maintain mandatory oil reserve levels. Selling unregulated tobacco products to individuals under 18 years of age can result in fines of up to 3 million dong. Decree 109 of 2026 will take effect on May 18, replacing Decree 82 of 2020. Additionally, personal identification numbers will be supplemented with unique codes before January 1, 2027. Competent authorities must establish complete data for learners by that date. New regulations in Vietnam will impose fines between 5 million and 10 million VND on individuals committing adultery. The penalty applies to spouses who engage in sexual acts or live with others as husband and wife. Individuals who are not married but live with someone known to be married will also face these fines.

Vietnam recorded approximately 17.1 million participants in unemployment insurance as of February. This figure represents an increase of more than 119,000 people compared to the previous year. The growth is attributed to recent policy adjustments.

Ho Chi Minh City labor unions are implementing digital transformation initiatives to improve worker representation. A key transportation project is the Route 3 road connecting Vung Tau, Phu My, and Ba Ria with a total investment exceeding 127 trillion VND. The city is also calling for investments in general hospitals located in Phuoc Thang, Binh Chau, and Long Hai. Additionally, development is being pushed for the Dat Do industrial zone. These initiatives aim to create a new growth engine for the eastern region. Ho Chi Minh City has received 36 cases of snake bites since the beginning of the year. Ho Chi Minh City has implemented a cash incentive of 5 million VND per person for families who have two children. The program applies to parents who met the criteria between September 1, 2025, and the current period.

Vietnam has established a specialized electronic warfare force to conduct research and implement measures in electronic environments. The force is tasked with ensuring information security and managing interference in national defense.

Vietnam's aviation sector expects high travel demand during the April 30 and May 1 holidays. Total daily flights are projected to reach 688, with passenger throughput estimated at over 109,600. Authorities are coordinating with airlines, security, and ground services to increase personnel and equipment. Traffic flow management and security checks near terminal areas have been tightened to prevent congestion and ensure passenger safety. Traffic flow near terminal entrances and security screening processes will be adjusted to manage peak hours. Personnel and equipment are being increased to manage peak holiday traffic. An airport in Vietnam reported serving 112,780 passengers, representing an increase of over 50 flights and nearly 14,000 passengers compared to May 1.

Vietnam's Ministry of Industry and Trade is preparing a proposal for the government to develop the derivatives commodity market for the 2026-2030 period with a vision toward 2045.

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.