Hanoi’s Department of Education and Training has submitted a proposal to the city’s People’s Committee outlining plans to reorganize the public education system across the capital.

Hanoi plans a new 2,500-seat theatre valued at 2 trillion VND (75.9 million USD) on Vo Thi Sau street in Bach Mai ward.

Volatile fuel prices are accelerating a notable shift in consumer behaviour among residents in Hanoi capital city, with many turning to electric vehicles (EVs) as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative.

After the Traffic Police Department clarified the criteria for classifying pickup trucks as passenger cars or trucks, many owners are worried that their vehicles may be banned from entering inner-city areas.

The Hanoi Election Committee on March 20 issued Resolution No79 announcing the election results and the list of elected delegates to the 17th Hanoi People’s Council for the 2026–2031 term.

Regulations restricting trucks in inner Hanoi are sparking controversy as the majority of pickup trucks (despite serving personal needs) are classified as trucks, meaning they can be banned from circulating during peak hours.

As congestion intensifies, Hanoi must decide whether to reshape its urban core by moving universities beyond the city center.

New regulations limiting truck access during peak hours are forcing pickup truck users to rethink how they move goods and navigate the city.

Right from the first days of warm spring, the spot has been pulling in big crowds of locals and tourists eager to dive into its star attraction: “Admiring imperial annotations – Preserving woodblock imprints".

Party General Secretary To Lam on March 17 signed Resolution No. 02-NQ/TW issued by the Politburo on building and developing Hanoi in the new era, setting out long-term strategic orientations and development targets for the capital.

Vietnam’s two largest cities face mounting pressure on public high school places, with more than 100,000 students expected to miss out on public Grade 10 seats in the 2026–2027 school year.

Hanoi launches a campaign to improve service quality on buses and metro lines and encourage residents to use public transport.

Hanoi is considering relocating universities with limited land area and inadequate infrastructure from the inner city, while repurposing their former campuses for general education and public uses.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on March 14 chaired a meeting between the permanent Government members and leaders of Hanoi to review and provide feedback on the draft Hanoi Capital Master Plan with a 100-year vision.

As gasoline prices fluctuate, more residents in Hanoi are turning to metro trains and buses to reduce daily commuting costs.

Small eateries across Hanoi have raised prices of pho and bun by VND3,000-VND5,000 as ingredient and operating costs continue to increase.

Many Hanoi-based travel agencies, including Vietravel, Hanoitourist, Saigontourist and Vietfoot Travel, have temporarily suspended or adjusted itineraries to destinations in the Middle East to ensure traveller safety.

Dealers in Hanoi report a sharp increase in customers exploring and purchasing electric motorbikes amid rising fuel costs.

Hanoi’s residents will soon be able to complete most administrative procedures without leaving home as the city accelerates efforts to modernise governance and expand fully online public services.