On the afternoon of September 30, Ho Chi Minh City appointed Mr. Vo Hoang Ngan as Director of the Department of Planning and Architecture along with deputy directors.

On the afternoon of September 29, the Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Nguyen Van Duoc presented the appointment decision for Mr. Vo Hoang Ngan – Director – to become Director of Ho Chi Minh City Department of Planning and Architecture after the City People’s Council approved the separation of the Department of Planning and Architecture from Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction.

During the ceremony, the retirement decisions under the regime were announced for Mr. Luong Minh Phuc – Director of the Management Board for Investment in Construction of Ho Chi Minh City Transportation Projects (Transportation Board) – effective from October 1, 2025;

Mr. Tran Truong Son – Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City Red Cross Society effective from July 1, 2025; Ms. Dinh Hong Minh – Vice Principal of Ly Tu Trong College in Ho Chi Minh City – effective October 1.

Simultaneously, the transfer decision was announced for Mr. Vo Hoang Ngan – Director of Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction – to become Director of Ho Chi Minh City Department of Planning and Architecture (transfer period of 5 years); Mr. Truong Trung Kien – Deputy Director of the Department of Construction – transferred to Ho Chi Minh City Department of Planning and Architecture as Deputy Director (5 years).

Mr. Phan Van Tuan – Deputy Director of the Department of Construction – to Ho Chi Minh City Department of Planning and Architecture as Deputy Director (5 years); Ms. Duong Thao Hien – Deputy Director of the Department of Construction – to Ho Chi Minh City Department of Planning and Architecture as Deputy Director. Similarly, Mr. Huynh Pham Tuan Anh – Deputy Director of the Department of Construction – was also transferred to Ho Chi Minh City Department of Planning and Architecture as Deputy Director.

Mr. Vo Hoang Ngan was born in 1978, originally from former Binh Duong province (now Ho Chi Minh City). He graduated from the construction faculty of Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology.

Before being appointed as Director of Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction, Mr. Ngan previously held positions as Vice Chairman of the former Thu Dau Mot City People’s Committee, Deputy Director of the former Department of Construction, Director of the former Binh Duong Provincial Department of Construction, and Deputy Head of the former Binh Duong Provincial Party Committee’s Organization Board.

On the same day, the Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Nguyen Van Duoc also presented the appointment decision for Mr. Nguyen Anh Minh – Deputy Director of Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction – to become Director of the Management Board for Investment in Construction of Transportation Projects (Transportation Board), replacing Mr. Luong Minh Phuc who retired from October 1.

Before the administrative unit merger at the provincial level, Mr. Minh was Director of Binh Duong Provincial Department of Construction.

The Secretary of Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee Tran Luu Quang stated that the Standing Committee of Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee agreed to implement the separation of the Department of Planning and Architecture from Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction.

Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is the largest city in Vietnam. It served as the capital of the French colony of Cochinchina and later of the independent Republic of South Vietnam. The city is a dynamic economic hub, famous for its French colonial landmarks like the Notre-Dame Cathedral and the historic Cu Chi Tunnels nearby.

Ho Chi Minh City Department of Planning and Architecture

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Planning and Architecture is a government agency responsible for managing urban planning and architectural development in Vietnam’s largest city. It was established to guide the city’s growth and modernization, particularly after the reunification of Vietnam in 1975. The department plays a crucial role in shaping the city’s skyline by overseeing construction projects and preserving its architectural heritage.

Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction is a government body responsible for managing urban planning, construction, and infrastructure development in Vietnam’s largest city. It was established to oversee the city’s rapid growth and modernization, particularly following the reunification of Vietnam in 1975. The department plays a crucial role in shaping the city’s architectural landscape and ensuring the safety and compliance of its built environment.

Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee

The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee headquarters is a magnificent French colonial-era building constructed in the early 20th century, originally named the Hôtel de Ville. While its striking yellow facade and ornate architecture make it a prominent city landmark, the building is not open to the public as it serves as the seat of the city’s local government.

Ho Chi Minh City People’s Council

The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Council is the local legislative body and the highest state authority in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It was established following the reunification of Vietnam in 1975, succeeding the administrative body of the former Saigon government. The Council is responsible for making decisions on local policies, budgets, and socio-economic development plans for the city.

Management Board for Investment in Construction of Ho Chi Minh City Transportation Projects

The Management Board for Investment in Construction of Ho Chi Minh City Transportation Projects (MBIP HCMC) is a government body responsible for managing and overseeing the development of major transportation infrastructure in Ho Chi Minh City. It was established to address the city’s growing traffic congestion and has been instrumental in the development of key projects, including the first metro lines and major road networks.

Ho Chi Minh City Red Cross Society

The Ho Chi Minh City Red Cross Society is a humanitarian organization in Vietnam, originally established during the French colonial era as a branch of the Indochinese Red Cross Society. It continues the mission of providing disaster relief, supporting public health initiatives, and organizing charitable activities for vulnerable communities in the city.

Ly Tu Trong College

Ly Tu Trong College is a vocational college located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, specializing in training skilled workers for the industrial and technical sectors. It was named after Lý Tự Trọng, a celebrated Vietnamese revolutionary martyr known for his youth and dedication to the country’s independence movement. The college plays a significant role in Vietnam’s educational system by providing practical, career-oriented training to support the nation’s economic development.