Stronger decentralization key to Hanoi's urban railway ambitions
With transformative policies that include amendments to the Capital Law and specific proposals for urban rail projects, Hanoi is committed to achieving its intended goals for urban rail development.
00:33, 2024/12/24
From Nguyen Xuan Son’s spectacular debut for national football team: Vietnam – a land full of promises for talents
Welcome to Words on the Street by the Hanoi Times, where we provide the most authentic perspectives on the pressing issues of Hanoi and Vietnam.
18:07, 2024/11/28
Christmas in Vietnam: A blend of Western cheer and local charm
In Vietnam, Christmas has become a youthful event that seamlessly blends Western customs with the warmth of the local people.
18:09, 2024/12/12
EVs take the spotlight on Vietnam's urban streets
On the streets of Hanoi, a quiet but powerful shift in transportation is underway.
20:38, 2022/02/04
Transparency necessary for Vietnam’s real estate market sustainability: Expert
Speculative investments are causing a waste of land resources and the growing number of vacant residential areas.
11:37, 2022/02/03
Effective Covid-19 containment helps Hanoi maintain growth momentum in 2022: Mayor
Hanoi has set up 22 main targets for development in 2022, including a GRDP growth of 7-7.5%.
11:27, 2022/02/01
Greatness of culture can be found in festivals
Nothing seems to be more enchanting than wishing someone in their own tongue.
17:56, 2022/01/31
Foreigners excited to celebrate Tet holiday in Vietnam
Expats in the country believed that the health crisis is behind them and this new year will be a better one.
10:01, 2022/01/28
Vietnam economy set for U-shaped recovery: Expert
Vietnam, with a high vaccination rate and a flexible Covid-19 strategy, could see the economy rebound stronger in 2022 and the coming years.
17:34, 2022/01/26
Vietnam turns unprecedented challenge into an opportunity at UNSC
Vietnam engaged in multilateral diplomacy to considerable success. It has not been afraid to tackle difficult or contentious issues, using its rising diplomatic profile to seek constructive solutions to pressing issues.
10:49, 2022/01/04
AmCham Vietnam to promote increased trade and investment ties in Vietnam
AmCham will continue to work on lowering barriers to trade and creating a high-standard, transparent, and stable business environment in Vietnam.
17:51, 2022/01/01
Hanoi has great potential to become leading creative city in Asia
Arriving in Hanoi a few months only before the covid-19 crisis, Thierry Vergon – Director of French Institute in Hanoi - L'Espace has a special time in the capital city.
14:34, 2022/01/01
[Vietnam – reliable partner] Italy and Vietnam bound by sincere, longstanding friendship: Ambassador
The Hanoi Times has the honor to introduce reflections of the Italy-Vietnam relationship by Italian Ambassador to Vietnam Antonio Alessandro.
21:56, 2021/12/31
EVFTA - Magnet for European investors to Vietnam : EuroCham
Vietnam and the EU can expect a strong bounce in the development of trade and investment cooperation in the context of the new normal with a solid foundation from the EVFTA.
10:22, 2021/12/29
[Longform]Vietnam friendships proven through the pandemic – the untold story of an ambassador
Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia Nguyen Tat Thanh, shared his efforts in accessing vaccine sources with The Hanoi Times.
17:13, 2021/12/14
G7 plays major role in reinforcing ASEAN centrality: Carl Thayer
The G7-ASEAN ministerial meeting forms a new framework for cooperation that is more efficient and capable of assisting ASEAN than either bilateral strategic partnerships or large multilateral institutions.
15:52, 2021/12/08
Building national and regional capacities for preventive control of transboundary plant pests and diseases
Vietnam is one of the 53 pilot countries of the Global Action for Fall Armyworm Control that provides a strong and coordinated approach to strengthen prevention and sustainable FAW control capacities.
21:43, 2021/12/02
Avoiding economic disruption key for Vietnam to stay competitive: JETRO
Prime Minister’s Pham Minh Chinh visit to Japan has been a timely assurance of the country’s determination to be a solid investment destination.
20:56, 2021/11/29
Businesses recovery vital for Vietnam’s economic prospects: Expert
The Government’s support program should not only be limited to “bailing out” the businesses but also laying the foundation for them to thrive.
13:16, 2021/11/26
Post-pandemic tourism: harnessing the value of cultural heritages
Fostering national tourism based on cultural values and available heritage is considered an effective solution for the sector to overcome challenges after the Covid-19 pandemic.
21:40, 2021/11/25
“Hanoi Midnight Sale” arouses potential of night-time economy
The Hanoi Department of Industry and Trade is coordinating with the Hanoi Institute of Socio-Economics and relevant agencies to work on plan of developing Hanoi’s night-time economy in the near future.
19:40, 2021/11/24
Culture should be a torch to light up nation’s way forward: Expert
It is vital that Vietnam build a “normative cultural value system” for its people to take as a reference and avoid deviant behaviors that harm the development of society and tarnish the national image.
09:10, 2021/11/14
The latest chapter in Vietnam’s valiant battle against the Delta variant
The good news is that most Vietnamese and expats are beginning to bask in the light at the end of tunnel.