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Hanoi races to repair storm damage after Typhoon Wipha

Hanoi is urgently addressing widespread storm damage caused by Typhoon No. 3, with fallen trees, broken lights, and dike cracks threatening safety in multiple areas.

Hanoi car owners turn to courtyards and plazas for storm refuge

Shared spaces in Hanoi become impromptu storm shelters for cars amid heavy rain alerts.

Hanoi seeks price subsidies from EV firms for gasoline vehicle owners

Following the Prime Minister’s directive, Hanoi is planning to reduce gasoline and diesel-powered cars and motorbikes.

Hanoi plans to launch technology exchange in early 2026

Hanoi plans to launch a technology exchange in early 2026 as part of efforts to promote innovation and R&D commercialisation, and accelerate the city’s transition towards a knowledge-based economy.

Storm Wipha to hit northern coast, Hanoi braces for strong winds

As Wipha makes landfall, Hanoi could face wind gusts up to level 8 and flash floods due to heavy rainfall.

Storm Wipha threatens central Hanoi with serious street flooding

Torrential rains from Storm No. 3 are expected to flood many Hanoi streets, with water levels surpassing half a meter in some districts.

Gas motorbikes to be banned in Hanoi: Where will millions of vehicles go?

From July 2026, Hanoi will begin banning gas-powered motorbikes in central districts, raising questions about what happens to millions of vehicles.

Hanoi sets 2025 groundbreaking dates for two metro lines

Metro Lines 2 and 5 in Hanoi are scheduled to break ground in October and December 2025, marking major steps in the capital’s urban transport development.

Hanoi needs to experiment with new models, breakthrough approaches: CMC chair

Nguyen Trung Chinh, chair of CMC Corporation, says that to attract technology talent, Hanoi needs not only attractive policies but also the courage to experiment with entirely new models, breakthrough approaches, and institutional frameworks.

Hanoi spends over 14.6 million USD on inner-city flooding prevention

The Hanoi People's Committee has approved an investment project worth 383 billion VND (14.63 million USD) to prevent local flooding in some areas in the inner city.

Hanoi speeds up metro and railway industry development

Hanoi is urgently finalizing procedures to start construction on two metro lines this year while proposing government approval for the location and scale of a railway complex project.

Hanoi to build major park, sports complex in Me Linh commune

The Hanoi People’s Committee has approved a detailed zoning plan at scale 1/500 for the Me Linh Park and Sports Complex in Me Linh commune.

Hanoi’s key industries given priority to drive growth

Hanoi is implementing a series of breakthrough plans, ranging from attracting investment and developing high-tech products to facilitating businesses’ global expansion.

How has Hanoi prepared for the gasoline-powered motorcycle ban?

To reduce traffic congestion and environmental pollution, Hanoi is implementing a roadmap to restrict and eventually ban gasoline-powered motorcycles, initially within Ring Road 1 by mid-2026.

Hanoi gears up for 2025 international craft village festival

The Hanoi People’s Committee plans to launch a series of activities for the 2025 international festival on craft village preservation and development, scheduled to take place from September to November.

Electric shift in Hanoi stirs hope, caution amid traffic and pollution crisis

Hanoi eyes gas bike ban, but success depends on public transit, infrastructure, and equity.

Hanoi gears up for historic 80th National Day celebrations

The capital is rapidly preparing for the 80th anniversary of National Day with parades, exhibitions, and nationwide celebrations.

Hanoi prepares for life without plastic bags

Starting 2026, Hanoi will phase out single-use plastics in hotels, shops, and daily activities to combat plastic waste.

VN Air data confirms poor air quality in Hanoi

Government monitoring apps record elevated AQI levels, with health officials urging reduced outdoor activity and personal protection.

Hanoi to establish innovation centre as JSC to drive tech-led growth

The Hanoi Innovation Centre is expected to help concentrate resources and create breakthroughs for rapid and sustainable growth.