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.
18:14, 2020/05/06
Hanoi to apply anti-Covid-19 mindset to economic development: Mayor
Hanoi’s mayor noted adminstrative reform should be a backbone during the process of socio-economic development.
15:23, 2020/05/06
Hanoi removes lockdown on 11,000 people village
Before lifting the lockdown, all people in Ha Loi commune were tested for Covid-19. No one is positive with the virus and all residents in the commune now are in stable health conditions.
15:07, 2020/05/06
International arrivals to Hanoi drop sharply during national days
The number of tourists to Hanoi dropped 91.2% from April 30 to May 2 compared to the same period of 2019.
14:42, 2020/05/06
Hanoi's strong efforts to improve business environment yield results
Hanoi has remained firm in the top 10 business-friendly localities in Vietnam while other provinces and cities are pushing hard to stay competitive in the eyes of the business community.
13:27, 2020/05/06
Hanoi Party chief urges more urgency for speedy economic recovery
This difficult period is an opportunity for the city to streamline the organization and lay off irresponsible staff, said Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee Vuong Dinh Hue.
17:43, 2020/05/05
Hanoi stays firm in Vietnam’s top 10 business-friendly localities: PCI 2019
Although Hanoi's ranking stayed unchanged at ninth, its PCI score has improved from 65.4 to 68.8, showcasing strong efforts from the local authorities towards administrative reform.
14:23, 2020/05/05
Hanoi Party chief congratulates Great Buddha's Day 2020
The Hanoi party chief expressed his wish that the Sangha will continue to join hands with the municipal government to well perform the assigned tasks.
09:59, 2020/05/05
Hanoi timely aids people hit by Covid-19 pandemic
Many needy people said they felt touched when receiving the aid from Hanoi's government, because this is timely attention.
12:03, 2020/05/04
Hanoi students return to school amid tight medical control
Classes in Hanoi would be divided into two to study in the morning and afternoon shifts to ensure safety for students.
08:35, 2020/05/04
Hanoi applies information technology to prevent flood
Hanoi Sewerage and Drainage Company has installed 44 automatic rain gauge stations, 50 automatic water level measurement stations, 31 cameras to monitor flooding points in the rainy season.
13:31, 2020/05/03
Worker in Hanoi confirmed Covid-19 negative after initial positive test
The worker had no history of contact with any suspected Covid-19 patients.
09:38, 2020/05/01
Hanoi industrial production expands 2.3% in Jan-Apr amid Covid-19 impacts
The low industrial output growth rate revealed difficulties faced by companies in the sector, especially those in manufacturing and processing.
14:46, 2020/04/30
Hanoi removes 30 checkpoints at city entrances as Covid-19 contained
Traffic participants don’t have to check body temperature and declare travel history at the checkpoint when going in and out of the city.
13:44, 2020/04/30
Hanoi keeps spa, karaoke services, pubs shut to prevent Covid-19
The city’s residents continue to be requested to avoid gatherings, including for religious services.
14:47, 2020/04/29
Hanoi to spend US$149 million to aid 1.4 million people hit by pandemic
Hanoi’s authorities will try to disburse a part of the money to support people in need before April 30.
15:59, 2020/04/28
Hanoi considerably cuts time approval of construction permits
The Department of Natural Resources and Environment would now grant the Certificate of Land Use Rights within 20 days instead of 30 days as before.
14:13, 2020/04/28
Hanoi plans to partly reopen schools from April 5
The Hanoi Department of Education and Training is working with the Department of Health to release safety guidelines for students once classes are resumed.
11:34, 2020/04/28
Hanoi’s non-essential shops to open later, from 9:00 am
A large number of netizens have supported the move, arguing that demand for that non-essential services is very low in early morning.
07:39, 2020/04/28
Hanoi enhances inspection and handles work safety and hygiene violations
The Hanoi Department of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs has fined 49 construction works violating work safety and hygiene regulations with the total amount of more than VND474.7 million (US$20,292).
19:41, 2020/04/25
Hanoi sets sight to remain among Vietnam’s top 10 business-friendly localities
Hanoi considers the favorable business environment a major contributor to a speedy economic recovery in the post-pandemic period.