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.
13:19, 2024/05/08
Dien Bien Phu Victory - An inspiration for national liberation movement worldwide
The Dien Bien Phu campaign will always remain one of the most important chapters in the history of not just Vietnam but the world.
11:29, 2024/05/08
Intel boosts Vietnam’s semiconductor workforce for ambitious goals
Kim Huat Ooi, Vice President of Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Operations and General Manager of Intel Products Vietnam, spoke to The Hanoi Times about Vietnam's semiconductor ambitions and Intel's contribution to making the country a global manufacturing and R&D hub.
20:39, 2024/05/07
Private investors: Key to build more parking lots in Hanoi
The lack of regulatory documents has been a deterrent to private sector participation in the construction of more parking facilities in the city.
19:32, 2024/05/02
Hanoi's sustainability lies in its culture and people: legal experts
Experts see people and culture as the two foundations for Hanoi's sustainable growth.
13:31, 2024/04/30
Supply constraints keep housing prices high: expert
Rising value of Hanoi's residential segment calls for measures to reduce property prices.
17:56, 2024/04/21
Distinctive products, services key to Hanoi tourism industry
Hanoi plans to launch new, differentiated products and services to boost tourism in the city for the upcoming holidays.
16:04, 2024/04/17
Vietnam to become global icon of happiness and prosperity
In the 2024 World Happiness Report, Vietnam ranks 54th out of 143 countries and territories surveyed, up from 83rd in 2023.
12:39, 2024/04/13
Vietnam’s economy urged to rely on internal strengths to weather global uncertainties: ADB
Given the overall 6% growth projection for the year, the 5.7% growth in Q1 is positive as Vietnam tends to see an upward growth trend in the coming quarters and throughout the year.
06:23, 2024/04/12
Washington businesses look fowards to cooperation with Vietnamess partners
Senator Joe Nguyen, from the Seattle area of Washington State, emphasizes his role in bringing Vietnamese and American businesses together.
14:08, 2024/04/07
Population and housing cencus collects information on foreigners residing in Vietnam
The mid-term population and housing census will be conducted from April 1 to April 30.
20:31, 2024/03/31
Do longstay visas attract high-end, high-spending travelers?
As Vietnam positions itself as "the leading tourist attraction in Southeast Asia," a more open visa policy is expected to help achieve this goal.
12:02, 2024/03/20
Hanoi aims to become Vietnam's leading science and technology hub
Hanoi's PII 2023 ranking provides a comprehensive, cross-sectoral view of the city's innovation capacity.
04:54, 2024/03/08
Women and girls are empowered to make their own decision
Ending gender-based violence (GBV) and harmful practices such as child marriage and son preference remain critical.
10:55, 2024/03/06
Making Hanoi a livable metropolis
To make urban areas livable, user-friendly and smart residential areas requires the joint efforts of all stakeholders.
15:17, 2024/03/04
Opportunity at hand: Leveraging global minimum tax for FDI attraction
2024 is a pivotal year, opening up new opportunities for Vietnam to attract high-quality foreign investment.
10:13, 2024/02/29
What’s behind VinFast’s investment ambitions in India?
Indian-born RMIT Senior Lecturer Dr. Majo George shared his thoughts on a Vietnamese company's strategic move to tap into one of the world's most populous nations and rapidly expanding other markets.
14:08, 2024/02/26
Hi-tech parks to lead Hanoi’s industrial rise
The development of the Hoa Lac Hi-tech Park and the Hanoi Southern Industrial Park (HANSSIP) will serve as two key driving forces to lead the capital’s industrial advances.
13:06, 2024/02/20
Hanoi to support OCOP entities export in 2024
In 2024, Hanoi will continue to support One Product One Commune (OCOP) entities to standardize production processes for export.
05:20, 2024/02/19
Thinking Big: Vietnamese enterprises aim high to secure success
There is a lack of initiative on the part of Vietnamese companies to seize opportunities, improve their awareness and capabilities, and expand their vision for greater achievements.
21:16, 2024/01/30
A new vision for Hanoi agriculture in 2024
Overcoming many difficulties and challenges, Hanoi's agricultural sector grew by 2.74% in 2023.