A story by Bach Dang wharfHo Chi Minh City after the merger has become a mega-urban area with long rivers, a vast sea and even mountains, growing more vibrant with projects that connect diverse resources. Ho Chi Minh City is thus on the verge of having a financial center mirrored on its riverfront, much like Shanghai or Singapore. After the merger, Ho Chi Minh City has become a mega-urban area with long rivers, a vast sea and even mountains, growing more vibrant with major and mega projects that knit resources together. Photo: Hoang HaIt was no coincidence that in the 2024 writing contest “Stories of Rivers” organized by VietNamNet, as many as five entries were devoted to the Gianh river. Invited to attend the Party Congress of Tuyen Hoa commune, I had the opportunity to hear several delegates speak candidly.

Source: VietNamNet News February 15, 2026 07:09 UTC