Ha Noi to launch fireworks to celebrate 14th National Party Congress
VGP - Ha Noi will host a fireworks display on the night of January 23 as part of a special art program celebrating the 14th National Party Congress, according to a plan issued by the Ha Noi People’s Committee.
National Spring Fair 2026 set for early February in Ha Noi
09/01/2026 14:17VGP - The National Spring Fair 2026 is set to take place at the Viet Nam Expo Center from February 2-8 in Dong Anh district, Ha Noi, under the theme “Connecting Prosperity – A Glorious Spring.”
Ha Noi adorned with flags and flowers ahead of 14th National Party Congress
09/01/2026 13:55VGP - Ha Noi has been decorated with flags, flowers, billboards and banners across major streets and public spaces ahead of the 14th National Party Congress.
Ha Noi served 560,000 holiday-makers during 2026 New Year break
06/01/2026 08:27VGP - The capital received an estimated 110,000 international arrivals and 450,000 domestic tourists during 2026 New Year holiday, marking increases of 287% and more than 240%, respectively.
Ha Noi-HCM City air route remains world’s fourth busiest
06/01/2026 07:31VGP - Viet Nam’s largest domestic route between Ha Noi and Ho Chi Minh City is the fourth busiest route in the world, according to the UK-based global travel data provider OAG.
Fireworks to light up New Year’s Eve 2026
31/12/2025 12:27VGP - Many localities in Viet Nam are set to host fireworks displays on Wednesday evening to welcome New Year 2026.
Ha Noi to launch fireworks on 2026 New Year's Eve
22/12/2025 08:48VGP - The Capital city plans to launch fireworks for New Year's Eve at 5 locations and Lunar New Year at 31 locations with a total of 38 fireworks locations.
Ha Noi approves first underground car parking facility in Old Quarters
22/12/2025 06:01VGP – Ha Noi has approved the first underground car parking facility in Old Quarters.
Ha Noi launches seven key infrastructure projects
19/12/2025 15:40VGP - Ha Noi broke ground on seven major infrastructure projects on December 19, including the Red River Landscape Boulevard and the Olympic Sports Urban Area, with a combined investment of nearly VND1.8 quadrillion (US$68.4 billion).
INFOGRAPHICS: 234 key projects across country simultaneously commence and inaugurate
19/12/2025 12:51VGP - A total of 234 key projects and works across the country are simultaneously launched and inaugurated nationwide on Friday, with a total investment of over VND3.4 quadrillion (US$129 billion).
Ha Noi takes action as air pollution reaches alarming levels
12/12/2025 13:22VGP - Ha Noi has rolled out a series of urgent measures to curb worsening air pollution, after several days of hazardous air quality that placed the capital among the most polluted cities in the world.
Ha Noi Metro launches automated ticket-control system to boost smart mobility
09/12/2025 10:12VGP - Ha Noi Metro officially inaugurated an automated fare-collection (AFC) system integrating digital identity, electronic authentication, biometric recognition and cashless payment on the Cat Linh–Ha Dong urban railway line starting December 5.
Nguyen Duy Ngoc serves as Secretary of Party Committee of Ha Noi Capital Command
07/12/2025 06:46VGP - Member of the Politburo, Secretary of the Ha Noi Party Committee Nguyen Duy Ngoc has been appointed as the Secretary of the Party Committee of the Capital Command for the 2025–2030 term at a ceremony held on December 6.
Ha Noi, Seoul strengthen strategic cooperation on smart urban and river development
06/12/2025 14:29VGP - Ha Noi is set to expand cooperation with Seoul in smart urban development, high technology, and long-term planning for the Red River, according to Chairman of the Ha Noi People’s Committee Vu Dai Thang.
Ha Noi looks to Seoul’s Han River model for Red River revitalization
06/12/2025 08:01VGP - Ha Noi is seeking to draw lessons from Seoul’s successful Han River revival as it advances plans to transform the Red River into a new driver of sustainable urban growth. The capital hopes to deepen cooperation with the South Korean city in smart-city development, digital transformation and long-term urban planning, said Vice Chairman of the Ha Noi People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Quyen.
Ha Noi joins UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities
05/12/2025 10:00VGP - Ha Noi has been officially admitted to UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC), joining 72 cities from 46 countries recognized on December 4 for their strong commitment to promoting lifelong learning.
Ha Noi pilots free public WiFi in city center
04/12/2025 08:41VGP - Cua Nam Ward in central Hanoi has rolled out a pilot program offering free public WiFi at major tourist destinations and public spaces from December 1, 2025, to February 2026.
Ha Noi, Moscow sign new cooperation pact to deepen multifaceted city ties
04/12/2025 07:49VGP - Ha Noi and Moscow have signed a new memorandum of understanding (MoU), establishing a broader framework for cooperation in tourism, culture, urban planning, environmental protection, trade, education and other fields as both capitals seek more sustainable and long-term development.
Ha Noi completes tunneling for four underground stations of 2nd metro line
04/12/2025 06:58VGP - The first Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) used for the Nhon–Ha Noi Station metro line has finished its entire tunneling route, marking a significant milestone in Viet Nam’s urban underground construction.
Capital welcomes highest-ever number of visitors in 2025
02/12/2025 10:36VGP - Ha Noi welcomed 30.94 million visitors in the first 11 months of 2025, a 22.1 percent year-on-year increase and the highest figure on record while tourism revenue climbed 20.7 percent to VND120.6 trillion (US$4.57 billion).
