The economy of Hanoi is recovering gradually after the COVID-19 pandemic, thanks to drastic directions of the capital city’s all-level Party committees and authorities and joint efforts of the business community and people.

The Prime Minister has ordered Hanoi to impose strict controls on the central area's high-rise development and implement programs to renovate and rebuild the city.

Authorities of the capital city of Hanoi asked district administrations to set up teams of dog catchers to capture roaming dogs.

Plans to ban motorcycles from urban areas have been floated several times over the years, and experts and residents have raised concerns about its feasibility.

The authority of Hanoi has approved an economic development program for the 2025-2030 period, in which motorcycle restrictions will be imposed in the inner districts by 2030.

Hanoi's Department of Planning and Investment and other local units and agencies will inspect 81 foreign-invested projects in the city this year.

Hanoi plans to build more industrial zones and industrial clusters to attract foreign investment, said deputy chairman of the municipal People's Committee Nguyen Manh Quyen.

The Government has approved adding nearly VND1.92 trillion to the investment cost and rescheduling the completion of the Nhon-Hanoi Station metro line project to 2027.

The district authority will also plan to renovate and embellish the infrastructure around the lake, such as installing lighting systems and upgrading promenades and flower gardens.

Many areas in Hanoi are facing a serious water shortage due to the surging demand during the prolonged hot weather.

Hanoi is believed to hold rich potential for golf tourism, and it is taking various measures to tackle challenges and turn this type of tourism into its signature travel products.

Tay Ho district People's Committee will soon submit to the Hanoi People’s Committee a draft regulation on the management and exploitation of the West Lake – the biggest freshwater lake in the city.

Hanoi's historic Ba Dinh Square has been closed to tourists from June 12 to August 14.

It aims to enhances trade, connection, and supply chain to serve the citizens.

Population growth in Hanoi's downtown area is increasing the strain on the city's infrastructure.

The new paint of a villa dating to the French colonial era at 49 Tran Hung Dao Street in downtown Hanoi has been a burning issue for the public and particularly heritage lovers. People have argued about the striking new colours of the building.

Hanoi police have identified two people who swam in the city’s iconic Hoan Kiem District.

Hanoi City is seeking approval from the central Government for a plan to develop one more international airport for the capital city area besides the operational Noi Bai International Airport.

Darning clothes work requires meticulousness, ingenuity and patience, and thanks to that, it brings a decent income for the 72-year-old craftwoman in Hanoi.

A year after reopening to international tourism, Hanoi’s tourism and hospitality industry is posting solid growth.