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Hanoi to set up public administrative service center, cut 2,580 staff

The public administrative service center will replace the existing one-stop-shop division, which will allow the city to cut 2,580 staff and save VND231 billion each year.

Hanoi to establish centralized administration center, promising cost savings

A new Public Administration Service Center in Hanoi is projected to save the city VND231 billion annually, streamlining the current fragmented system into a more efficient, centralized hub.

Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival 2024 underway

The Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival 2024 opened on Tran Nhan Tong pedestrian street in the capital city's Hai Ba Trung district on August 23 evening.

Transforming time: the inspiring ascent of Hanoi's watch hospital founder

Once a humble shoe shiner on the streets of Hanoi, Van Truong has emerged as a master watch repair expert, heading the renowned "Watch Hospital."

Leadership rotation initiated across Hanoi's district health departments

In a strategic overhaul, the Hanoi People's Committee is rotating 14 of the 17 district health department heads, some of whom have held their positions for nearly two decades.

Heavy rain floods Hanoi streets, causing traffic disruptions

This evening (August 22), heavy rain in Hanoi led to severe flooding on several streets, resulting in significant traffic disruptions.

Vietnam Business News August 22/2024

Hanoi enhances effectiveness of agricultural product chains

Surprise inside Hanoi’s 4m² ‘super-slim’ house that’s worth VND 4 Billion

In the bustling heart of Hanoi, a 4m² house has become the subject of intrigue and amazement. Despite its tiny size, the owner recently turned down an offer of VND 4 billion.

Festival celebrates 70 years of Hanoi’s liberation

Tens of thousands of people expected to take part in a series of cultural events celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Liberation Day of Hanoi, on October 10.

9th Hanoi Book Fair to take place in late September

The 9th Hanoi Book Fair will be held from September 27 -29 under the theme "Hanoi: Capital of Culture and Heroes - City for Peace".

Which pho is more delicious: Nam Dinh or Hanoi pho?

Arguments among fans of Nam Dinh pho and Hanoi pho broke out recently on social media after both kinds of pho were recognized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) as an intangible cultural heritage of Vietnam.

Hanoi plans to build 400 kilometers of metro routes within 11 years

The goal of developing 10 metro routes by 2035 with total length of 400 kilometers will be very challenging for Hanoi, according to Nguyen Cao Minh, head of the Hanoi Urban Railway Management Board.

Over half a million Hanoians access digital capital citizen app

More than 545,000 residents in Hanoi have accessed and used the Digital Capital Citizen app iHaNoi in over one month since the city launched this app to boost local citizens and businesses’ interaction with all-level administrations.

Hanoi focuses on building two metro lines totaling $3.16 billion

Hanoi is set to break ground on two critical metro lines, investing over VND 76 trillion ($3.16 billion), as part of its plan to develop a comprehensive urban rail network by 2035.

Hanoi pushes for special mechanism to complete 400km of metro lines by 2035

Chairman Tran Sy Thanh of the Hanoi People’s Committee has called on the Prime Minister to implement special and breakthrough policies to fast-track the completion of more than 10 metro lines in the capital, stretching over 400 kilometers.

Foreign tourists astonished by joss paper burnings on Hanoi’s sidewalks

On the eve of the 7th lunar month's 15th day, Hanoi’s Old Quarter buzzed with families and businesses preparing offerings on the sidewalks, burning joss paper, and scattering rice and salt for good fortune.

Hanoi speeds up process to 'green' public transport

Hanoi has been taking moves to 'green' public transport, especially when people in the capital city show their increasing interest to means of transport like electric vehicles and metro lines.

Hanoi's land auction spark concerns over speculative frenzy

Investors and brokers have seized on these figures to justify price hikes across Hanoi, raising concerns about a speculative bubble forming.

Hanoi building modernised, civilised rural areas

The rural areas of the capital have increasingly transformed towards civilisation and modernity, with the material and mental lives of the people seeing steady improvements.

World stars to descend on Hanoi for “Brilliance in Harmony” concert

The Sun Symphony Orchestra will join forces on stage, performing famous pieces to audiences, including Overture to The Marriage of Figaro, Trumpet Concerto in E Major. S. 49, and Suite No. 3 for Orchestra in G, Op. 55.