Ho Chi Minh City Aims to Make English Second Official Language by 2045
Ho Chi Minh City has announced a plan to make English the second official language, divided into three phases from 2026 to 2045. The initiative focuses on improving teachers' English proficiency, fostering an English-speaking environment, and expanding integrated teaching programs.
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