1. Merging HCMC, Binh Duong, Ba Ria - Vung Tau and implementing a 2-level local government model
From July 1, 2025, Ho Chi Minh City officially expands its development space with the merger of Binh Duong and Ba Ria - Vung Tau.
This is a historical turning point in space organization, urban governance and regional linkage. On a new platform, the city established a 3-region - 1 special zone - 3 corridors - 5 pillars development model.
The government apparatus from the city to communes, wards, and special zones is gradually operating stably, serving people and businesses more and more effectively.
2. Millions of hearts towards the river festival celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025) is a special socio-political event, attracting the large participation of the people of Ho Chi Minh City and the whole country.
The success of the grand ceremony is made from the strength of solidarity and patriotism of millions of people.
3. 1st Congress of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee, term 2025-2030: Congress of trust, vision and action
The congress takes place in the context of the city's recent merger, expansion of development space and deployment of a new government model.
The Congress unanimously agreed on 30 key targets, 3 breakthrough programs on institutions - infrastructure - human resources, opening a new stage of development with a long-term vision and drastic action.
4. Quickly propose amendments to the National Assembly Resolution and complete the Resolution of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Council, creating strong motivation for Ho Chi Minh City to develop in the new stage.
After the merger, Ho Chi Minh City quickly created an "institutional iceberg" with the National Assembly passing Resolution 260 amending and supplementing a number of articles of Resolution No. 98 on piloting a number of specific mechanisms and policies for the development of Ho Chi Minh City.
This resolution marks a shift from "asking for mechanisms" to "being empowered and self-responsible".
After the merger, the Ho Chi Minh City People's Council issued 247 resolutions, focusing on social security and sustainable development.
5. People of Ho Chi Minh City actively respond to the launch of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Ho Chi Minh City in implementing social security activities, showing the beauty of a gratitude city.
People in Ho Chi Minh City actively respond to social security movements launched by the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Ho Chi Minh City. The city takes care of Tet with more than 367,000 gifts; built and repaired nearly 900 houses of great solidarity; implemented thousands of community projects.
In particular, people in Ho Chi Minh City have contributed more than 340 billion VND to support people in disaster-stricken areas, showing the spirit of "for the whole country, together with the whole country".
6. Ho Chi Minh City's economy develops strongly
In 2025, Ho Chi Minh City's GRDP is estimated to increase by 8.03%, reaching a scale of about 3 million billion VND, accounting for 23.5% of the country's GDP. GRDP per capita reached 8,755 USD.
Total budget revenue is over 800,000 billion VND, FDI reaches 8.16 billion USD. In particular, the International Finance Center according to the "one center, two destinations" model is announced to be located in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang.
7. Inauguration and commencement of a series of key projects and especially the commencement of the Ben Thanh - Can Gio high-speed railway line
Ho Chi Minh City inaugurated and started a series of key projects, notably the Ben Thanh - Can Gio high-speed railway line, the first line of Vietnam with private investment participation.
The city also develops public spaces and green parks at land plot No. 1 Ly Thai To, including a memorial to COVID-19 victims.
8. Ho Chi Minh City tourism breaks through comprehensively - raising international standards
City tourism breaks through comprehensively with the "Event in Event" model, forming the International Economic - Tourism Week. Ho Chi Minh City continuously receives international awards, affirming its position as an event center, a dynamic destination of Asia.
9. Ho Chi Minh City promotes the development of science and technology, innovation, and pioneering in the implementation of digital schools and digital hospitals
Ho Chi Minh City puts into operation the Creative Startup Center, promotes the deployment of digital schools, digital hospitals, and digital government. Models of "Digital Citizen Stations", self-service kiosks, and smart robots contribute to building a modern government, putting people at the center.
10. Cultural, sports, and media activities spread strongly and deeply, and Ho Chi Minh City was recognized by UNESCO as the "Creative City in the field of cinema".
The cultural industry is developing clearly with many large concerts, 11 Vietnamese films reaching hundreds of billions of VND in revenue. Ho Chi Minh City is recognized by UNESCO as the first "Creative City in the Field of Cinema" of Southeast Asia.
11. National defense and security are maintained, the City Armed Forces have achieved many feats of arms and outstanding achievements, and have been awarded many noble prizes by the Party and State.
In 2025, the Ho Chi Minh City Armed Forces and two units under the City Police (Domestic Security Department and Special Task Force of the Criminal Police Department) were honored to be awarded the title of Hero of the People's Armed Forces by the President.
12. Ho Chi Minh City's Foreign Affairs in 2025: Elevating Position - Promoting Cooperation - Spreading Confidence
Ho Chi Minh City organizes more than 70 major foreign affairs events, expanding its cooperation network with 87 international localities, contributing to spreading the image of a dynamic, integrated and reliable city.
