Malaysia's The Star has reported that over the years, Vietnam has consistently been ranked among the world's top 10 most hospitable countries.

Hanoi plans to develop night-time economy zones, corridors and public spaces centred on heritage, culture, creativity and visitor experiences to increase the value of its tourism industry.

Hanoi authorities have selected the neighboring communes of Phuc Thinh and Thu Lam to pilot its "socialist communes and wards" model.

The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long will be transformed into an open-air martial arts stage when Hanoi hosts its first International Martial Arts Festival in August 2026.

Hanoi has significantly accelerated the disbursement of public investment capital in recent months, reinforcing its role as a key engine of economic growth and laying the groundwork for the capital city's development targets.

Hanoi has unveiled a 100-year master plan that sets out an ambitious vision to transform itself into a globally connected city driven by innovation, technology, and sustainable economic growth.

A new AI surveillance project will see thousands of cameras installed across Hanoi to ease congestion and strengthen public security.

Hanoi police will begin operating 36 LED information displays at major intersections across the capital from July 15, providing motorists with real-time updates on traffic congestion, flooding and alternative routes.

Hanoi has approved a comprehensive plan to reorganize nearly 3,000 public education institutions, introducing new school management models while maintaining classroom capacity and ensuring students' access to education.

Hanoi authorities have warned that websites and social media platforms charging users to access information on the capital's long-term urban planning are using unverified data that may not reflect officially approved plans.

Hanoi police have charged 3 suspects accused of operating an online marketplace for illegally trading personal data, a platform that allegedly handled more than 53 million transactions and generated over VND400 billion (US$15.3 million) in revenue.

Hanoi has broken ground on one of its largest social housing projects, a development expected to provide about 4,700 affordable homes as the city works toward its long-term housing targets.

Transport, education, healthcare and resettlement projects are among the priorities in Hanoi's proposed addition of 873 land acquisition projects.

Vietnam has officially included a second airport for the capital region in its revised national airport development plan, which has been recently approved by the Ministry of Construction.

Hanoi will pilot a new "socialist commune and ward" governance model in the communes of Phuc Thinh and Thu Lam under a resolution signed by Hanoi Party Secretary Tran Duc Thang.

Hanoi's Department of Tourism held a ceremony at Noi Bai International Airport on July 7 to welcome the capital's 5 millionth international visitor in 2026.

A 125-hectare horse racing and leisure complex in Hanoi has taken a major step forward after local authorities approved its 1:500 detailed planning scheme.

Hanoi will impose temporary road closures and traffic restrictions in the city center during celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the People's Public Security Force.

Hanoi Party Secretary Tran Duc Thang said the capital will study the establishment of priority and special commune-level administrative units based on the experience gained during one year of operating under the two-tier local government model.