VietNamNet Bridge - Land plots located in advantageous positions in the central area of HCM City are known as ‘golden land’ because they promise huge profits for investors. In 2007, HCM City authorities released a map of golden land plots, covering an area of 50 hectares, and called on investors to develop large projects there. Land plots located in advantageous positions in the central area of HCM City are known as ‘golden land’ because they promise huge profits for investors. Vo Van Hoan, chief Secretariat of the HCM City People’s Committee, mentioned difficulties the project is facing at the 2018 year-end meetings. RELATED NEWS More ‘golden land plots’ sought by foreign investors Saigon’s "golden land" left undeveloped Kim Chi … [Read more...] about HCM City tries to rescue ‘golden land’ plots as disputes continue
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French architecture exhibition in HCM city
Young people to the exhibition (Source: CPV)The event is held by the National Archives of Vietnam under the Ministry of Home Affairs, in coordination with HCM city People’s Committee and the Consulate General of France in HCM city. It is part of the celebration of the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the fifth anniversary of the Vietnam-France strategic partnership, and welcomes the official visit by French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe to Vietnam from November 2nd to 4th. The exhibits include maps, administrative documents, and royal technical documents on the formation of Gia Dinh (HCM city at present) when Marquis Nguyen Huu Canh established territorial sovereignty in the South in 1698. Photos of typical French architectural constructions built during the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century are on display, including images of iconic buildings like the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. The exhibition will run … [Read more...] about French architecture exhibition in HCM city
French architecture exhibition on Pedestrian Street in HCM City
An image of Sài Gòn Central Post Office, which was built between 1886 and 1891. Photo courtesy of the organisers Viet Nam News HCM CITY — More than 300 rare and precious photos and documents featuring the architecture of Sài Gòn (now HCM City) from 1698 to 1945 are being exhibited on Nguyễn Huệ Pedestrian Street in HCM City’s District 1. The exhibition “Dấu ấn kiến trúc Pháp ở Sài Gòn – Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh” (Mark of French Architecture in Sài Gòn – HCM City) is organised by the National Archives of Việt Nam under the Ministry of Home Affairs, HCM City People’s Committee, and Consulate General of France in HCM City. The event, which opened on Sunday, is part of the celebrations of the 45th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations and the fifth anniversary of the Việt Nam – France strategic partnership. It … [Read more...] about French architecture exhibition on Pedestrian Street in HCM City
French architecture in HCM City in spotlight
At the opening ceremony of the exhibition (Photo: VNA) HCM City (VNA) – An exhibition featuring French architecture in Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City in the late 19th and early 20th centuries opened in the southern city on November 4. On display are about 300 documents, photos, maps and designs preserved by Vietnam and provided by the French Consulate General in HCM City. In his opening remarks, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Tran Vinh Tuyen, said the exhibition is expected to contribute to expanding the cooperation and friendship between Vietnam and France in the time ahead. Vincent Floreani, French Consul General to HCM City, applauded the cultural and historical values of the exhibition, which introduces the cultural diversity of Saigon-HCM City - a valuable asset that needs to be preserved and promoted by next generations. The event, to run for 20 days, marks the 320th anniversary of Saigon-Cho Lon-Gia Dinh-HCM City (1698-2018) and the 45th … [Read more...] about French architecture in HCM City in spotlight
HCM City to transfer waste depots
Viet Nam News HCM CITY — HCM City will reduce the number of waste depots in inner districts while increasing the number in the city’s outlying areas. The number of waste depots in the city will total 40 by 2025, and 36 by 2035, according to the city’s long-term plan. The city will build 22 new inter-district waste depots in districts 2, 8, Bình Tân, Nhà Bè, Củ Chi, and 17 depots in districts 2, 5, 8, 9, 12, Bình Tân, Củ Chi and Nhà Bè. Between 2025 and 2050, the city will continue to reduce the number of waste depots in inner districts and increase locations in outlying areas. The six waste depots that will suspend operations will be used for other purposes. They are Bình Trưng Tây (District 2), Bà Lài (District 6), Tân Hoá (District 11), Nguyễn Kiệm (Phú Nhuận District), Bà Điểm (Hóc Môn District), and Tân An … [Read more...] about HCM City to transfer waste depots