Urban planning is essential for Vietnam
11:06, 2014/11/08
Around 400 scientists and specialists from Japan, the Republic of Korea, Taiwan and the host country, Vietnam gathered in Hanoi on November 7 for an urban planning conference.
At the opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Construction Phan Thi My Linh said Vietnam’s urbanisation growth rate (34%) is lower than that of the world (over 50%). However, a number of economic hubs have been shaped in the country such as Hanoi, HCM City, Haiphong, Danang and Can Tho, which are attractive to foreign investors.
Linh affirmed that rapid urbanisation is not only a motive for socio-economic development but also creates opportunities and challenges including waste of land, exhaustion of natural resources, environmental pollution, people migration, unemployment and social insecurity.
The seminar provided a good chance for Vietnam to gather invaluable ideas from domestic and foreign experts for the planning of Hanoi and HCM City, Linh stressed.
President of the Republic of Korea’s Planners Association Mack Joong Choi said Asia is undergoing an important transition period, especially in economy. It is facing a number of challenges, such as lack of housing and poor infrastructure in big cities. So, it is important for Asian countries to coordinate in proposing and building a common model for urban development.
Participants also discussed other important issues, including socio-economic planning and development, transport and technical infrastructure, environment and sustainable development, human resources, regional planning training, and regional development management.
The seminar provided a good chance for Vietnam to gather invaluable ideas from domestic and foreign experts for the planning of Hanoi and HCM City, Linh stressed.
President of the Republic of Korea’s Planners Association Mack Joong Choi said Asia is undergoing an important transition period, especially in economy. It is facing a number of challenges, such as lack of housing and poor infrastructure in big cities. So, it is important for Asian countries to coordinate in proposing and building a common model for urban development.
Participants also discussed other important issues, including socio-economic planning and development, transport and technical infrastructure, environment and sustainable development, human resources, regional planning training, and regional development management.
15:54, 2024/11/14
Hanoi upholds great national unity bloc
The celebration of Great National Unity Day 2024 aims to strengthen, consolidate, and promote the power of the great national unity bloc.
17:18, 2024/11/09
Hanoi to auction 36,000 trees damaged by Super Typhoon Yagi
In Hanoi, efforts are underway to restore parks and greenery, including the replanting of over 3,000 trees following Typhoon Yagi.
22:35, 2024/11/07
Elite firefighting and rescue teams set up in Hanoi
The teams are made up of highly trained officers drawn from fire and rescue units across Hanoi.
15:50, 2024/11/03
Hanoi steps up efforts to combat smuggling and trade fraud
The move helps create a transparent business environment that protects the legitimate rights and interests of manufacturers, businesses, and consumers.
17:59, 2024/11/02
Hanoi administers more vaccine doses to residents
More efforts have been undertaken in the capital city to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
10:06, 2024/10/30
Hanoi promotes sustainable artisan production
Hanoi's industry and trade sector seeks to promote artisan production, foster sustainable and stable development of craft villages.
- Hanoi secures supply of goods in late 2024
- Food safety in and around schools strengthened in Hanoi
- Hanoi addresses gender disparity in fertility
- Hanoi protects students from toxic food at school gates
- Bus commuting increasingly preferred by Hanoi residents
- "Month for the Poor and Social Welfare 2024" launched in Hanoi