The plan outlines seven key focus areas, notably including the drafting of specific legal documents to spell out details on the provisions of the resolution, the planning of the urban railway network and transit-oriented development (TOD) areas and the preparation and implementation of major investment projects for the 2026-2045 period.
Children with disabilities need to be loved, recognised, expected, and most of all, accompanied. The family is a solid support for them to confidently step out into society, said Party General Secretary To Lam.
The demolition marks the first step in a plan to revitalise Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square, a symbolic space linking two major heritage zones -the Hoan Kiem Lake–Ngoc Son Temple complex to the south and the historic Old Quarter to the north.
The Gia Binh International Airport in Bac Ninh province will be upgraded from a level 3C airport serving national defence and security purposes to an international-level 4E dual-use (civil-military) facility.
Hanoi has launched a wide range of cultural and entertainment activities to attract tourists during the five-day national holiday, starting from April 30.
Hanoi ranked 60th out of 63 provinces and cities in the Satisfaction Index of Public Administrative Services (SIPAS) in March, with 58.5 out of 100 points, according to the evaluation results on the National Public Service Portal.
Hanoi aims to convert all public buses to electric or green energy by 2030. A detailed annual roadmap must be submitted to the municipal government by April 15, 2025.
According to the committee, Dong Kinh - Nghia Thuc Square, located in the heart of Hoan Kiem district, is a well-known landmark with historical significance. Recognising its importance, the municipal People's Committee, upon reviewing the Hoan Kiem district's report, has directed the district authorities to continue working with consultants to develop a design that integrates the square with surrounding architectural structures.
The proposed project will cover an area of about 2.14 hectares to the east of Hoan Kiem Lake. The development will be situated with the western boundary bordering the lake itself, the northern side adjacent to residential areas, the eastern side along Ly Thai To street, and the southern side facing Tran Nguyen Han street.
The renovation project will involve extensive surveys to assess key architectural landmarks, historical sites, and cultural icons that warrant preservation.
The Hanoi People's Court opened the first-instance trial on March 10, bringing eight defendants to justice over the deadly fire that engulfed a nine-story mini apartment building on Khuong Ha street, Khuong Dinh ward, Thanh Xuan district, Hanoi on September 12, 2023, claiming 56 lives and leaving 44 others injured.
The project is expected to be finished five months ahead of schedule, aiming to complete construction early in the third quarter of 2026, meeting the housing requirements for over 3,900 people.
Data from the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs on workplace accidents in 2024 revealed that last year, there were 8,286 workplace accidents across the country, an increase of 892 cases from 2023, resulting in 8,472 victims, an increase of 919 people.
The Hanoi People’s Committee has approved the project, funded by the Economic Department of the French Embassy in Vietnam through the FASEP Fund under the French Ministry of Economy and Finance.
The Hanoi People’s Committee has submitted a proposal to the municipal People’s Council for approval of investment plans and adjustments to several public investment projects, including the Tran Hung Dao, Tu Lien and Ngoc Hoi bridges.
Larsen & Toubro Group expressed interest in contributing to Hanoi's urban rail projects, emphasising that its involvement would further strengthen the growing ties between Vietnam and India.
Notably, more than 60% of the passengers on the Nhon - Hanoi Station metro’s elevated section use monthly passes, highlighting the growing preference for urban rail transport, particularly among students, office workers, and daily commuters.
This is part of the city's efforts to address traffic violations, improve traffic management effectiveness, and technology application in ensuring traffic order and safety, towards raising public awareness and reducing traffic accidents.
The development of urban railways to meet the demands of passenger transport is a fundamental solution to solve congestion, environmental pollution and urban traffic accidents.
The project’s focuses include improving passenger travel routes through upgrading stations, enhancing accessibility and rearranging the existing bus network.
As many as 356 out of 365 enterprises with 147,872 labourers working in industrial and export processing zones in the capital city have resumed operations.
Hanoi has approved a comprehensive plan for managing the city’s surveillance camera system, which includes the installation of 40,000 new cameras citywide.
The average wages for 2024 and projected bonuses for workers during the New Year and Lunar New Year (Tet) holidays are expected to see steady growth across all business sectors compared to 2023, according to Nguyen Huy Khanh, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi Labour Confederation.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has approved adjustments to Hanoi’s master plan, aiming for the city to become a globally connected hub with high living standards and a development level on par with the capitals of developed countries in the region and worldwide by 2045.
