Hanoi’s greater autonomy under Capital Law unlocks new growth opportunities
A key breakthrough in the law is stronger decentralization, with the transfer of approval authority for investment projects from the Prime Minister to Hanoi’s local government.
18:06, 2025/01/18
More than 2,000 drones paint Hanoi's landmarks in New Year's skies
A stunning light show featuring 2,025 drones performing intricate choreography in sync with a live symphony orchestra opens the Hanoi International Light Festival 2025.
22:01, 2025/01/17
Hanoi accelerates completion of Ring Road No. 4 service roads in 2025
The Hanoi government emphasized that while current issues may be resolved, new challenges are likely to emerge.
22:05, 2025/01/16
Exhibition combines young creativity with Phu Xuyen’s traditional crafts
This event is the culmination of a collaborative project between Phu Xuyen District and the University of Industrial Fine Arts.
23:51, 2020/08/21
Embankment of Hanoi’s iconic lake gets facelift
Hoan Kiem, Hanoi’s iconic lake still retains its signature characteristics after the renovation.
23:36, 2020/08/21
Hanoi halts pedetrian space around Hoan Kiem lake
This is the second time the pedestrian space has to be suspended to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
15:52, 2020/08/21
Hanoi committed to realizing public investment goal
Hanoi would hold an online conference later this month to accelerate disbursement of public investment funds, stated Vice Chairman of the city government.
19:52, 2020/08/20
Hanoi orders Covid-19 preventive measures be strictly enforced
The request is imperative to curb the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic in the city which has recorded 12 locally-transmitted cases.
19:30, 2020/08/20
Hanoi eyes GRDP per capita of up to US$8,500 by 2025
The figure would be nearly double the nation’s GDP per capita that í estimated to reach US$4,688 in the 2021 – 2025 period.
19:14, 2020/08/20
Hanoi hospital suspends admissions after detecting Covid-19-suspected case
The lockdown is aimed to prevent cross-infection among medical staff and patients.
23:00, 2020/08/19
Hanoi police urged to become an elite and modern force
Hanoi police will make efforts to promote the tradition of being worthy of the title “Heroic Police in the Capital City”.
14:11, 2020/08/19
Hanoi requests hospitals to enforce social distancing and curb patient visit
Monitoring people entering and leaving hospitals in Hanoi would be tightened while those inside the hospitals should stay one meter away from each other.
12:40, 2020/08/19
Hanoi to test people with cough and fever for coronavirus
Besides mass testing, Hanoi has implemented social distancing measures in an attempt to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
11:56, 2020/08/19
Hanoi targets SMEs’ contribution at 45% of GRDP by 2025
Hanoi eyes 10% annual growth of business creation, or 30,000 per year, while the SMEs would create 150,000 new jobs annually during the next five years.
15:12, 2020/08/18
Hanoi penalizes people without face masks in public
Wearing face masks can help minimize the transmission of the novel coronavirus.
13:05, 2020/08/18
Hanoi enforces social distancing at eateries and bars
The city’s authorities may fine or even close local catering businesses for infringing Covid-19 prevention regulations.
15:19, 2020/08/17
"Hanoi initiatives network" expected to boost city's innovation
The city will encourage the involvement of private sector and mobilize all resources for science, technology and innovation development.
14:30, 2020/08/17
Hanoi pilots garbage-for-gift program
The program drew large participation of people right on the first day of launching.
21:50, 2020/08/16
Hanoi gov't advises people to stay home to contain Covid-19
Activities like festivals, sporting events and large gatherings and unimportant events will be halted throughout Hanoi to contain Covid-19.
09:52, 2020/08/15
Online quiz on 1,010-year history of Thang Long-Hanoi
An online quiz to celebrate the 1,010th anniversary of Thang Long-Hanoi (1010-2020) will be held in August 25 by the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports.
10:59, 2020/08/14
Hanoi targets industry, trade to make up 23% of GRDP in next five years
Industry and trade are two major pillars for the development of Vietnam’s economy in general, and that of Hanoi in particular, stated Hanoi’s Party chief Vuong Dinh Hue.
15:29, 2020/08/13
Hanoi to suspend entertainment activities to mourn late Party chief
All the leisure activities in the capital city are requested to be halted on August 14 and 15.
15:17, 2020/08/13
Hanoi to enter intense phase of coronavirus battle next week
Local authorities might require residents to stay at home as applied in the social distancing campaign in April.
08:31, 2020/08/13
Hanoi appoints personnel replacing suspended mayor
The newly-appointed person will govern the city’s operations during Mr. Nguyen Duc Chung’s suspension.