After years on the urban renewal list for Ho Chi Minh City, the Mả Lạng and Chợ Gà - Chợ Gạo areas have received investment approval. The project, with an estimated total capital of over 16.3 trillion Vietnamese Dong (approximately $670 million USD), aims to address decades of overcrowding in these central districts. The approved investment signifies a commitment to improving living conditions and infrastructure in these historically dense neighborhoods. Redevelopment plans will likely involve resettlement and new construction. This investment is expected to significantly impact residents who have lived in congested conditions for decades. The project’s implementation details and timelines have not yet been fully disclosed. This marks a major step towards modernizing these key areas of the city.