Transportation
Ho Chi Minh City riders seek more access to popular spots with expansion in works

The platform of Vietnam’s first metro line is crowded with commuters each morning. (Photo by Yuji Nitta)
YUJI NITTA
January 14, 2026 03:08 JST
HO CHI MINH CITY — Vietnam’s first metro rail line has changed the daily lives of residents as riders enjoy easier commutes while real estate development along the line continues just over a year after its launch.


