Hanoi police have initiated legal proceedings against three cases involving the illegal slaughter and distribution of dead and diseased pigs to markets and eateries across the city.

Hanoi’s Cua Nam ward has become a pioneer in applying artificial intelligence (AI) to public administration by launching an AI-powered robot to assist residents with administrative procedures.

Hanoi’s tourism sector has introduced a range of new tourism products and programmes to boost demand and attract both domestic and international visitors head of the National Day holiday (September 2).

Hanoi to host torch relay, parade, and performances for Vietnam’s 80th National Day celebration.

The capital city will develop an underground metro system with eight major lines totaling over 320km, including two airport routes, aiming to ease congestion and modernize urban transit.

The city will install 14 LED screens on parade routes and 7 more at major gateways to ease crowding and boost community spirit for National Day celebrations.

At its 25th session, Hanoi’s legislative body approved leadership changes, including the addition of a major general to the city’s executive board.

Hanoi targets 600km of urban railway by 2045, including a new industrial zone

Hanoi’s famous café and restaurant tower is being cleared to create underground public space, with demolition expected to finish by August.

After more than a week in its implementation, the two-tier local administration model in Hanoi has been operating smoothly and without interruption, demonstrating its effectiveness in state management.

The Hanoi People’s Committee has issued a dispatch on the implementation of a regional linkage project for the sustainable use of biodiversity resources in natural and heritage reserves across the Red River Delta.

Hanoi’s Department of Tourism has introduced a series of new attractive tourism products, aiming to make a strong breakthrough during the National Day (September 2) holiday, and accelerate growth through the end of the year.

Following a pilot phase, Hanoi is expected to officially launch its integrated electronic ticketing system for the public passenger transport network through an IT service rental model on September 2.

The Hanoi People’s Council has passed 11 key resolutions to ensure the effective operation of the two-tier local government model, which officially took effect from July 1, 2025.

15.5 million visitors in H1 2025 set stage for breakthrough cultural tourism.

From September 2025, commuters in Hanoi can ride metro and buses using a single smart card, streamlining urban transit.

This year’s programme also encourages cashless transactions through QR codes and e-wallets, as in line with the national digital transformation strategy and smart city goals.

An illegal lead recycling operation has been exposed in Hanoi, with more than 1.6 million kilograms of toxic waste buried.

The documents burned near the Co Nhue 2 ward office contained no state secrets, Hanoi police confirmed.

The city targets key rivers with infrastructure upgrades, stricter enforcement, and public engagement to restore water quality.