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Hanoi to launch century-long development vision at major investment summit

Hanoi is expected to gather government leaders, businesses and international organizations for a landmark event focused on investment and long-term urban planning.

Hanoi plans urban bonds to finance strategic infrastructure

Hanoi is considering a mechanism to issue multiple types of bonds, including urban bonds, project bonds and green bonds, to mobilize additional resources for strategic development projects.

Hanoi congestion charge plan raises concerns over fairness and readiness

A proposed road-pricing plan for central Hanoi could reshape travel habits, but specialists warn key conditions are not yet in place.

Hanoi debates new approach to managing rapidly growing urban communities

As mega-urban projects expand across Hanoi, officials are calling for more flexible and professional standards for grassroots community leaders.

Why Hanoi must act now on inner-city congestion charging

Hanoi's worsening congestion is forcing policymakers to confront a difficult question: act now or accept growing gridlock for years to come.

Hanoi needs years of preparation before launching inner-city vehicle fees

Experts say Hanoi must carefully assess a range of factors - from congestion and air pollution concerns to public transport capacity and social consensus - before moving ahead with plans to charge vehicles entering the city center.

Hanoi to support myopia treatment costs for residents aged 18-35

Hanoi will begin subsidizing treatment costs for young adults with severe myopia from July 1 under a new social welfare policy aimed at improving preventive healthcare.

Temporary vehicle bans announced on major Hanoi roads on June 7-8

Traffic police have announced a detailed diversion plan covering major roads around the National Convention Center during a two-day national event.

Hanoi delays approval of low-emission zone plan and EV subsidies

Hanoi has postponed approval of its low-emission zone proposal and clean-vehicle subsidy plan pending further review and public consultation.

Buddhist leaders and officials mark Vesak 2570 in Hanoi

A delegation from the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs recently visited Hanoi’s Buddhist Sangha, highlighting the religion’s role in building a modern and civilized capital.

Hanoi police arrest young CEO and 17 employees over illegal gambling websites

Authorities say a Hanoi-based SEO company disguised as a digital marketing business while allegedly helping illegal gambling websites attract traffic and improve search rankings.

Hanoi prioritizes housing access as Capital Law takes effect

Hanoi is racing to finalize a series of new policies on social welfare, housing, green transportation, low-emission zones and urban development in preparation for the implementation of the Capital Law 2026 on July 1.

Hanoi’s unfinished Vicem tower set for transfer after years of neglect

One of Hanoi’s most prominent unfinished skyscrapers may soon find a new purpose as authorities move forward with plans to transfer the long-stalled Vicem tower.

Hanoi is not just for the exceptional, online debate highlights

Hanoi has buildings that stay lit all night, packed streets, and an ever-bustling pace of life. But behind the facade of a major metropolis are millions of people quietly making a living every single day.

Hanoi drops proposal for outright petrol motorbike ban around Hoan Kiem Lake

Hanoi has proposed a pilot low-emission zone around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter beginning July 1, 2026, but has dropped earlier plans to ban petrol-powered motorcycles outright in the city center.

Hanoi proposes $247 million package to support transition to electric vehicles

Residents living within Hanoi's Ring Road 1 area could receive direct financial support and free bus travel under a new proposal promoting electric vehicle adoption.

Hanoi plans social housing fund for civil servants and low-income renters

A draft regulation under the Capital Law 2026 would allow Hanoi to create a dedicated social housing fund serving social welfare goals and addressing growing urban housing demand.

Hanoi prepares to launch 1.5-billion-USD Metro 2A extension project

Hanoi is preparing to launch the Metro Line 2A extension project, with a preliminary investment estimate exceeding $1.5 billion, as part of efforts to expand the capital city’s urban railway network.

Hanoi plans at least 10 new underground reservoirs to tackle flooding

The capital is adopting a “sponge city” approach that focuses on absorbing, storing and gradually releasing rainwater.

Hanoi launches digital map of creative cultural spaces

With support from UNESCO in Vietnam and partner organizations, the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports has completed the Creative Cultural Spaces Network Map of Hanoi.