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Aug. 04, 2026, 03:47 PM
A key task is to formulate a support scheme for low-income residents to replace ageing motorcycles and mopeds that fail to meet emission standards and pose a high risk of pollution. It will also propose funding to provide free first-time emission testing for motorcycles and mopeds across the city.
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Vietnam's tourism industry is set to pivot from increasing visitor numbers to improving the quality of growth in the second half of 2026, with a stronger emphasis on culture, premium visitor experiences, and green, smart and innovative tourism to boost satisfaction and encourage repeat visits.
VTV.vn - Politburo member, Standing Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Do Van Chien urged deputies to demonstrate the highest sense of responsibility to ensure that decisions adopted by the capital city are effectively implemented.
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The electronic boards will display live information on traffic congestion, accidents, flooding, traffic diversions and alternative routes, helping improve traffic management and road safety.
The top leader stressed that rapid growth must go hand in hand with sustainability, better governance and improved quality of life.
The municipal Department of Construction said the plan includes traffic restrictions, designated parking areas, public bus services and public bicycle stations to help residents adjust their travel routes and access alternative transport options.
Free Independent Travellers (FIT) are emerging as one of the industry's fastest-growing and most valuable market segments, presenting fresh opportunities for Vietnam's tourism sector.
A business seminar on upgrading Vietnam’s industrial sector through Nordic expertise and partnership was held in Ho Chi Minh City, bringing together business leaders, industry experts and policymakers to discuss higher-value, sustainable, and globally competitive industrial development to 2030.
VTV.vn - Hanoi and Saint Petersburg signed a memorandum of understanding, pledging to strengthen practical cooperation in urban planning and management, economic and cultural exchanges, tourism, education and people-to-people ties
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The third ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) 2026 is scheduled for mid-June in Hanoi under the theme "Shaping a Shared Future Together: Peace, Prosperity and People-Centred Development," spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) Pham Thu Hang said at the ministry’s regular press briefing.
VTV.vn - Vietnam-Japan relations have continued to grow strongly across multiple areas in recent years, creating a solid foundation for closer cooperation between Hanoi and Yamanashi.
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CDC Hanoi was instructed to strengthen health monitoring of passengers entering and transiting through Noi Bai International Airport to detect suspected cases early and ensure timely isolation and handling at the point of entry.
As of early May, a series of bridge projects spanning the Red River in Hanoi are being fast-tracked, with several recording significant progress. However, site clearance, relocation of technical infrastructure and construction conditions remain critical factors affecting overall timelines.
Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Vu Dai Thang chaired the committee’s regular meeting on May 5, during which he underlined the requirement for the city to achieve growth of over 10% in the second quarter to fulfil the target of double-digit development for the whole of 2026.
Hanoi is accelerating plans to expand its high-quality school system while tightening output benchmarks, aiming to build a genuinely high-performing network capable of spearheading wider education reform.
The list also features Hoi An in Da Nang, further highlighting Vietnam’s growing appeal as a destination for immersive on-foot travel experiences.
In April alone, the capital recorded about 3.09 million tourist arrivals, up 13.3% year-on-year, including around 780,000 international visitors, a rise of 6.9%.
The Ministry of Construction is eyeing new mechanisms to promote affordable commercial housing as apartment prices have skyrocketed in major cities.
According to the Hanoi Department of Tourism, this year’s strategy focuses on expanding travel beyond the urban core to destinations such as Ba Vi, Soc Son, Huong Son and Son Tay, offering eco-tourism, wellness getaways, community-based travel and farm experiences rooted in local culture.
In the 2027–2030 period, the city will accelerate the transition towards the complete phase-out of fossil fuel-powered buses. The share of electric and green energy-fueled buses is projected to reach 79–89% by 2029 and 100% by 2030.
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