New Year revelers leave behind huge amount of trash in Ho Chi Minh City

A substantial volume of used plastic bags and bottles remained along the Thu Thiem 1 Bridge, connecting Binh Thanh District with Thu Duc City, an administrative district under Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh City’s image is tarnished by a number of people who litter in public places. Photo: Le Phan / Tuoi TreTrash is seen littering part of the pier next to the Ba Son Bridge in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, January 1, 2024. Photo: Le Phan / Tuoi TreA group of young volunteers clear away trash at Bach Dang Wharf in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City after the 2024 New Year celebrations. Photo: Xuan Huong / Tuoi TreNguyen Hue Pedestrian Street and Bach Dang Wharf in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City are covered with trash after the 2024 New Year countdown parties.