In Ho Chi Minh City, authorities held ceremonies for the launch and inauguration of 16 projects in transport, technical infrastructure and social housing, aimed at improving urban conditions and residents’ quality of life.
Among the key projects launched was a social housing project under the urban renewal scheme in the Ma Lang and Ga – Gao market areas in the former District 1. The project has a preliminary investment of nearly VND16.37 trillion (US$627 million) and will provide 2,253 resettlement apartments, scheduled for completion and handover in 2029.
In the 3.77 ha Ma Lang area, a school complex and a resettlement housing complex will be built, including a social housing apartment building of about 38 floors with 1,400 apartments and 93 low-rise houses. In the 4,350sq.m Ga – Gao market area, a 35-storey social housing building with 760 apartments will be constructed.
An artist's impression of the housing project at the Ga - Gao market area in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo courtesy of the investor
The two areas are densely populated parts of central Ho Chi Minh City, where many houses have deteriorated and infrastructure remains inadequate. Narrow alleys also pose challenges for firefighting and rescue operations.
