Annual Tet flower market opens in Hoan Kiem District
With many iterations over the years, the traditional market continues to hold its own appeal, combining the past and traditional values with the present and modern world.
21:53, 2025/01/19
2025 spring book fair opens to boost reading in Hanoi
The 2025 Spring Book Fair promises to establish itself as an annual event that celebrates the importance of books and knowledge.
19:52, 2025/01/19
President and spouse join overseas Vietnamese celebrating tradition ahead of Tet
The traditional carp release ceremony, a ritual marking the transition from the old year to the new, is an important part of the Lunar New Year celebrations in Vietnam.
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.
16:30, 2020/06/22
Blazing heat strikes Hanoi till June 25
The current heat wave scorches Hanoi since early morning, with the highest temperature hitting 38-39 degrees Celsius.
12:41, 2020/06/22
Promising FDI outlook for Hanoi amidst global Covid-19 crisis
FDI to Hanoi continues to rise while global investment activities shrink due to the growing impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic.
16:19, 2020/06/20
Hanoi expects to export US$6.6 million at International Handicrafts Trade Fair
The fair aims to bridge handicraft establishments with foreign importers and fair visitors, promote sales and export.
15:38, 2020/06/20
Hanoi will operate its first metro line only when safety is ensured: Mayor
Hanoi's first metro line is still pending a number of key tasks to be inaugurated such as the evaluation of safety and quality.
08:07, 2020/06/20
Hanoi hosts Vietnam Goods Week 2020
The Vietnam- Hanoi Goods Week and the Safe Agriculture Week Fairs 2020 will take place on June 19-21.
15:11, 2020/06/19
Vietnam parliament approves special finance-budget mechanism for Hanoi
Under the decision, the Hanoi People’s Council is now authorized to levy new fees and charges in the city, and adjust the existing fees and charges.
12:21, 2020/06/19
Vietnam plays big part in Laos success in containing Covid-19: Amb.
Not only financial means, Vietnam has also provided medical equipment and expertise to help Laos in the fight against the pandemic, said the Lao ambassador to Vietnam.
13:14, 2020/06/18
Chinese contractor of Hanoi's metro line withdraws demand for US$50 million down payment
Vietnam's transport ministry sees the obstacles encountered by the Chinese contractor but the payment is unjustifiable.
18:36, 2020/06/17
Japanese team gives up project to revive Hanoi’s polluted river
The Hanoi Department of Construction has once again requested the team to show their legal documents, but so far the company has not responded to the request.
18:21, 2020/06/17
Hanoi works closely with ADB to ensure progress of urban infrastructure projects
The Vietnamese government would soon approve financial mechanisms for Hanoi so that the municipal government can arrange funds for some urban projects.
13:34, 2020/06/14
Hanoi to promote its cultural beauty to attract tourists
A wide range of fairs and festivals will be held to boost the city’s tourism industry.
10:06, 2020/06/13
Hanoi launches sales promotion program for post-pandemic recovery
This big sales promotion program will last for two months with participation of more than 1,000 businesses.
08:38, 2020/06/13
Unemployment benefit claims in Hanoi spike on Covid-19
In May, the Hanoi Center for Employment Service received nearly 11,700 claims for unemployment compensation, an increase of nearly 41% year-on-year.
15:44, 2020/06/12
Five-star hotel in Hanoi repurposed to host quarantined foreigners
A section with 92 rooms of the hotel will accommodate people who voluntarily pay for being quarantined.
19:58, 2020/06/11
Hanoi’s first metro line must start running in 2020: PM Phuc
The order from PM Phuc came after months of reports that the first metro line in Vietnam is 1% away from completion.
16:07, 2020/06/11
Vietnam parliament releases Hanoi Party chief Vuong Dinh Hue from DPM post
Mr. Hue has taken on the post of Hanoi's Party chief since February 2020.
22:11, 2020/06/10
Hanoi targets average 7.5 – 8% economic growth in next five years
The capital city continues to push for rapid and sustainable economic development based on a stable macro-economic foundation.
17:28, 2020/06/10
Hanoi strives to ensure safe and stable investment environment for investors
Hanoi is determined to be the pioneer among Vietnam’s localities in rebooting the economy in the post pandemic period.
13:16, 2020/06/10
Removal of permanent residency requirement to pressurize Hanoi's budget
In theory, it is correct to streamline administrative procedures to ensure people’s right of residency and avoid red tape, but urban migration also needs to be controlled.
23:14, 2020/06/09
Hanoi willing to cooperate with World Bank in development projects
The WB’s cooperation projects are being successfully implemented in Vietnam in general and Hanoi in particular.