This week on The Hanoi Times podcast, we spotlight Hanoi’s rapid transformation, from major infrastructure and AI-powered traffic to new bridges boosting connectivity. We also explore Vietnam’s innovation drive, digital traceability for global markets, creative and sustainable arts, youth-led heritage, environmental communication and the city’s growing sports movement.
This week’s highlights cover Hanoi’s push to accelerate mega projects and reforms, advance green industry and innovation, expand cultural and creative ecosystems, boost startup financing, revive international tourism and promote local crafts on the global stage.
This week, we spotlight Hanoi’s foreign relations, major urban development updates, new heritage and tourism initiatives, progress in smart mobility and environmental management, strengthened local-to-local cooperation and advances in STEM education shaping the city’s future.
Policy success must be judged not by slogans or reports but by tangible changes felt by residents and businesses.
08 Feb, 03:07 PM
This week, we spotlight Hanoi’s push toward science-led growth, deeper international cooperation, smarter urban planning and digital transformation, alongside vibrant cultural, trade and community events shaping the capital’s long-term vision and everyday life, from policy pledges to Tet celebrations and investment trends.
08 Feb, 03:04 PM
The 2026 Huong Pagoda Festival is adopting digital management tools to ease congestion, improve visitor experience and strengthen environmental protection as authorities push for a greener, more sustainable pilgrimage season.
08 Feb, 12:21 PM
The Vietnamese Tet Space 2026 opens at Thong Nhat Park, offering traditional culture, regional specialties, OCOP products and immersive Tet experiences for Hanoi residents and visitors.
08 Feb, 12:12 PM
The event aims to enhance shopping experiences of locals during Vietnam's biggest traditional holiday while stimulating domestic consumption, expanding markets and promoting Vietnamese brands.
07 Feb, 10:07 AM
China has expressed readiness to support Hanoi in urban planning and sustainable development as the Vietnamese capital accelerates efforts to become a greener, more livable global city.
07 Feb, 05:12 AM
The experience became an emotional highlight, helping connect visitors with local culture and leaving vivid and memorable impressions.
05 Feb, 08:14 PM
JICA is expected to continue contributing positively to Hanoi’s development under its 100-year vision.
05 Feb, 08:02 PM