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Architect warns against grand projects around Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake

As Hanoi considers a major redesign around Hoan Kiem Lake, a prominent architect is urging restraint, warning that monumental new structures could overwhelm one of Vietnam’s most symbolic spaces.

Hanoi maps out Red River boulevard with tunnel beneath key bridges

Hanoi has unveiled the proposed route and alignment of the Red River Landscape Boulevard at a scale of 1:500. According to the plans, the new road will largely run parallel to the dikes on both banks of the Red River.

Ho Chi Minh City maps out 100-year vision for growth and climate resilience

Vietnam’s largest city is drawing up a 100-year development vision built around major transport links, new economic engines and stronger defenses against climate risks.

Hanoi residents weigh in on ‘triumphal arch’ by Hoan Kiem Lake

A proposed “triumphal arch” near Hanoi’s iconic Hoan Kiem Lake is drawing mixed reactions, with residents welcoming fresh ideas while urging planners to protect the area’s centuries-old identity.

Red River Landscape Boulevard project: Six resettlement areas planned

Hanoi has planned six resettlement urban areas for residents affected by the the Hong (Red) River Landscape Boulevard project, according to the mulnicipal People’s Committee.

Hanoi unveils Hoan Kiem Lake redevelopment vision with new landmarks

Hanoi has unveiled conceptual plans for a major transformation of Hoan Kiem Lake and its surrounding area, featuring expanded public squares, a nine-story government building, an international financial tower and new symbolic landmarks.

Hanoi to relocate historic resistance monument near Hoan Kiem Lake

Hanoi will relocate an iconic resistance monument near Hoan Kiem Lake to a military regiment as the capital reorganizes the historic space east of the lake.

Hanoi moves toward 'sponge city' model to reduce flooding

Hanoi will gradually introduce the "sponge city" model in new development projects, shifting from a drainage-only approach to one that also retains, absorbs and reuses rainwater as a long-term solution to urban flooding.

HCM City seeks solution for more than 780 duplicate street names

More than 780 streets in Ho Chi Minh City now have duplicate names or numbering after administrative reorganization, prompting authorities to develop a long-term solution.

Hanoi names 51 new streets and officially designates An Hoa Park

The Hanoi People's Committee has officially designated An Hoa Park, covering nearly 28 hectares in Cau Giay Ward, while also approving names for 51 new streets and adjusting the length of five existing roads.

Hanoi's 100-year master plan charts path for sustainable growth

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.

Hanoi warns against unverified online planning information

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.

Nha Trang unveils new beachfront plan with tighter height limits

A new urban plan for Nha Trang's iconic beachfront will expand parks, improve pedestrian access and regulate building heights through 2040.

Growing demand for Hanoi planning checks fuels unofficial websites

Hanoi officials have cautioned residents against relying on unofficial websites offering planning information, saying they do not provide complete or authoritative data.

Hanoi reveals ambitious 100-year vision with nine growth hubs

Hanoi officially unveiled its 100-year master plan on June 29, outlining nine strategic growth hubs and a long-term vision designed to remove development bottlenecks and attract new investment.

Hanoi to present 100-year development blueprint on June 29

Hanoi will officially unveil its 100-year master plan during the 2026 Investment Promotion Conference on June 29, while also introducing digital planning models featuring 3D mapping technology, planning videos and interactive maps.

Hanoi considers converting old apartment land into public space

Redeveloping aging apartment blocks remains one of Hanoi’s toughest urban challenges, prompting officials to propose new planning mechanisms.

Hanoi's first multi-objective urban area faces major challenges

The Hanoi People's Committee has recently approved the 1/500 scale detailed planning for a multi-objective urban area in Thu Lam and Dong Anh communes.

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.

A new Hanoi is rising from the city’s largest construction wave in decades

Across Hanoi, the sounds of drilling, demolition and construction now echo through old neighborhoods as the capital enters a rare period of large-scale urban transformation.