Log in
Hanoi

Hanoi keen on developing knowledge and digital economy in downtown districts: Mayor

Dong Da district must be determined to achieve the highest socio-economic, financial and budget targets in 2020.

Hanoi will tap into the potential of downtown districts to develop the knowledge and digital economy, Kinh te and Do thi newspaper quoted Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Nguyen Duc Chung as saying at Dong Da district’s Party congress on July 22.

 Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Nguyen Duc Chung speaks at the Dong Da district’s Party congress. Photo: Kinhtedothi.vn

The Hanoi mayor suggested that, in the coming time, Dong Da district needs to keep preventing and fighting the Covid-19 pandemic, focusing on leading the local socio-economic development.

The district must be determined to achieve the highest socio-economic, financial and budget targets in 2020, Chung added.

He stressed that to tap into the potential of one of the four core districts of the capital city, Dong Da needs to implement measures to transform its economic and labor structure, bring into full play the entire capabilities and resources of all economic sectors.

"The district needs to effectively tap into urban economy, develop knowledge and digital economy and new business models on the basis of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, focusing on sustainable development," Chung said.

Besides, he suggested that the district should focus on maintaining urban civilization and order, improving efficiency of state management in the fields of land, environment, construction order, traffic order and safety.

The Hanoi mayor also suggested the delegates to the congress to contribute their ideas to the Action Program. This is an important basis for the new Dong Da district Party Committee to materialize the goals.

Reactions:
Share:
Trending
Most Viewed
Related news
Hong Van Commune rises as Hanoi’s emerging model for community-based tourism

Hong Van Commune rises as Hanoi’s emerging model for community-based tourism

Blessed with natural beauty, strengthened by deep cultural heritage and supported by its residents, Hong Van Village is emerging as one of Hanoi’s most distinctive tourism destinations. From ecology and agriculture to handicrafts and festivals, this Red River village is shaping a dynamic vision of sustainable community tourism for the capital.

Hanoi unveils digital heritage journeys to connect tradition with modern urban life

Hanoi unveils digital heritage journeys to connect tradition with modern urban life

Hanoi has launched a new digital heritage program that brings centuries-old cultural assets into a modern, interactive format. By mapping key monuments and creating themed journeys, the city aims to help residents and visitors explore its deep-rooted identity through fresh, engaging experiences.

Hanoi launches two-wheel electric vehicles to expand green urban mobility

Hanoi launches two-wheel electric vehicles to expand green urban mobility

Hanoi has introduced two-wheel electric vehicles for the first time in its transport network, offering residents a new green mobility option and marking a key step in the city’s smart-transport development.

Thai AirAsia launches new Hanoi–Luang Prabang route to boost regional travel

Thai AirAsia launches new Hanoi–Luang Prabang route to boost regional travel

Thai AirAsia has opened a new direct Hanoi–Luang Prabang route using Fifth Freedom traffic rights, creating a faster and more convenient link between two major heritage destinations in Vietnam and Laos.

Hanoi orders strong air-pollution measures and warns schools to adjust schedules

Hanoi orders strong air-pollution measures and warns schools to adjust schedules

Hanoi has issued new directives requiring schools to restrict outdoor activities and consider suspending classes when air quality drops to hazardous levels, while launching a sweeping crackdown on pollution sources across the city.

Hanoi – Vientiane ties set pace for bilateral cooperation

Hanoi – Vientiane ties set pace for bilateral cooperation

The two sides have inked two city-level agreements and eight agreements covering areas such as Party building, economic and investment cooperation, agriculture, health, education and people-to-people ties.

Hanoi completes tunneling for four underground stations of 2nd metro line

Hanoi completes tunneling for four underground stations of 2nd metro line

The completion marks a major step forward for the four-kilometer underground section of the metro line.

Rooftop solar push to boost Hanoi's green ambition

Rooftop solar push to boost Hanoi's green ambition

Rooftop solar in industrial zones has the foundations to become a new driver of Hanoi’s energy transition.