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The increasingly high prices of land leave buyers empty-handed

The award price of VND133 million per sq m at a land auction in Hoai Duc district in Hanoi has stirred up the public as it was much higher than the starting price set by local authorities.

Air pollution in Hanoi is likely to persist until early next year

Air quality in Hanoi tends to worsen during the winter, experts said based on observations over the past several years.

What are Hanoi's choices for public transport by 2030?

In developing public transport to 2030, Hanoi should choose a low-cost, high-efficiency model with investment made in stages – short, medium and long term, according to architect Tran Huy Anh.

Parking chaos in Hanoi: Residents call for action

With streets filled with parked cars, residents of Dam Trau in Hanoi face serious traffic issues and safety concerns, prompting them to set up barriers and call for urgent intervention.

The ‘formula’ to build 600 km of subway in Hanoi

TOD (Transit Oriented Development), an urban development model with public transport put at the center, is believed to be the key for Hanoi to build a railway network, increase land values, and develop new economic centers.

Hanoi urged to implement mandatory electric vehicle quotas

Experts highlight the energy sector as the largest greenhouse gas emitter in Hanoi, calling for urgent action to mitigate emissions.

Hanoi civil servants serve 684 residents each, major recruitment drive planned

With each civil servant in Hanoi serving 684 residents, the city plans to hire 3,000 civil servants and tens of thousands of public employees to better serve the population.

Hanoi considers 5-day-a-week study schedule for all schools

While most educators and students support a 5-day study schedule, some parents worry that if students don’t attend school on Saturday, they will need extra classes to obtain the necessary knowledge.

Flood aftermath: peach garden owners in Hanoi struggle to restore their orchards

After the floodwaters receded, peach farmers in Phu Thuong and Nhat Tan (Hanoi) are racing to save their orchards, but high restoration costs are adding to their burdens.

Waste and debris overtake side roads of Thang Long Boulevard

Waste dumpsites are proliferating along Thang Long Boulevard in Hanoi, with illegal dumping of construction debris and household waste degrading the local landscape.

Three breakthroughs to transform Hanoi’s transport infrastructure

Key projects such as ring roads and highways, along with the construction of new bridges, are expected to boost regional connectivity and promote the growth of satellite towns.

Hanoi develops tour to explore Thuong Tin’s craft villages

The Hanoi Department of Tourism and the People's Committee of Thuong Tin district are developing a tour named “Duyen Thai Craft Village Art”.

Hanoi’s first paediatric hospital become operational

The Hanoi Children’s Hospital, the first of its kind in the capital city, was inaugurated on October 9 on the occasion of the city’s 70th anniversary of Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2024).

Hanoi bans students from using mobile phones during class

Schools in Hanoi are now required to manage students' mobile phones, with strict rules on phone usage in class, as part of a new directive from the Department of Education and Training.

Commemorative stamp released to mark 70 years since Hanoi's liberation

The Ministry of Information and Communications has issued the postage stamp series “Celebrating 70 Years of Hanoi's Liberation 10/10/1954 - 10/10/2024,” marking the eighth commemorative stamp on the theme of Hanoi's liberation.

Hanoi asked to live up to stature as capital of Vietnam in new development era

Party General Secretary and President To Lam highlighted Hanoi’s achievements and asked the city to live up to its stature as the capital of VN in the new development era, at a grand meeting on October 10, marking the capital’s 70th Liberation Day.

Ba Dinh Square: The heart of Hanoi's architectural heritage

Ba Dinh Square is a sacred space that every Vietnamese citizen dreams of visiting at least once. It houses some of the most beautiful and meaningful architectural works in the capital and across the country.

National celebration marks 70 years of Hanoi's liberation

This morning, a national ceremony was held at the National Conference Center to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Hanoi's liberation.

Apartment prices in Hanoi reach nearly VND70 million per sq m: report

Apartment prices in the primary market in Hanoi soared to VND69 million per sq m in the third quarter of 2024. With an average income of VND7 million per month, Hanoians need 50 years to save to buy a VND4 billion apartment.

Hanoi's remarkable transformation after 20 years

Hanoi is not perfect, but Hanoi in 2024 is way better than Hanoi in the 2000s. And with a promising plan and a generation eager to contribute and change society for the better, Hanoi in 2034 might progress even further.