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Hanoi to elect high-profile personnel at three-day meeting

Chairperson and deputy chairmen will be elected for the 2016-2021 term.

Hanoi sees air pollution exceed red-warning level

The air quality in the capital on December 7 exceeded the red-warning level, reaching purple, meaning that the air quality of the local atmosphere has reached a very unhealthy level for local residents.

Lucky break for middle-distance star

Tran Van Dang spent weeks in hospital after breaking his arm at judo practice when he was a boy, and the possibility that he would never play any type of sport again was very real.

Hanoi clarifies two COVID-19 patients

Hanoi authorities on December 5 recorded two coronavirus-positive patients, including a man who again tested positive for the SARS-CoV-2 after being discharged from hospital in Dong Da district, 

Early Christmas atmosphere on Hanoi streets

These days, it is easy to see the Christmas atmosphere on lots of streets in Hanoi.

Hanoi to ban motorcycles by 2030

Currently, six million cars and motorbikes are registered in Hanoi.

Hanoi to open five metro routes in 10 years

Hanoi authorities plan to have five metro lines in operation by 2030, announced Nguyen The Hung, vice chairman of Hanoi People's Committee.

Fire destroys 10 wood workshops in Hanoi

A fire broke out at a wood workshop in Thach That District, Hanoi City, and then spread to nine adjacent wood workshops this morning, December 1, gutting an area of some 1,000 square meters.

Hanoians bundle up as capital endures first cold period of the winter

The first cold spell of the winter has forced the residents of Hanoi to wrap up in an extra layer of clothing in an effort to stay warm amid the arrival of chilly weather conditions.

340kg bomb detected in Hanoi

A bomb weighing about 340kg has been unearthed at a construction site in Cua Bac Street, Truc Bach ward, Ba Dinh district, Hanoi.

Hanoi retail market: Landlords reshuffle tenant mixes

Landlords need to be more open to different kinds of tenants to meet the actual requirements.

Hanoi's economic growth set to reach 3.94% this year

Hanoi's economic growth is set to rebound to 7.5% next year as the city continues to pursue the dual target of both containing the pandemic and boosting economic recovery.

“Thang Long Memories” underway in Old Quarter

A series of cultural activities entitled “Thang Long Memories” are being held at many locations in Hanoi's Old Quarter to celebrate the 1010 years of Thang Long – Hanoi and the 15th anniversary of Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day.

Hanoi aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Hanoi will strive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 15 per cent by 2030, according to local authorities.

Hanoi to elect People's Council Chair and five People's Committee Vice Chairmen

Hanoi Party Secretary Vuong Dinh Hue said that the 18th session of the City People's Council, scheduled on December 7-10, will elect the Chair of the Hanoi People's Council and five Vice Chairs of the Hanoi People's Committee.

Hanoi seeking public opinion for zero-milestone construction

Hanoi authorities are gathering public opinion for the construction of a kilometre-zero milestone in Hoan Kiem District.

Ox-eye daisies create marvelous scenery on Hanoi streets

As November draws to a close, the beauty of ox-eye daisies, also known as “Cuc hoa mi”, serves to transform streets throughout Hanoi into picturesque portraits that are perfect for a postcard.

Hanoi to launch 5G trials in early December

In Hanoi, 5G coverage will be limited to the Hoan Kiem lake area and some locations nearby.

One COVID relapse suspect reported in Hanoi

A COVID-19 patient in Hanoi has tested positive again after being given all clear two months ago, the city’s Centre for Disease Control has said.