THE HANOI TIMES — This week, we cover Hanoi’s push for deeper rail cooperation with China’s CRRC, global-rooted Teachers’ Day celebrations, expanded ties with Bangkok, and plans for cross-boundary digital services. Hanoi also launches the “Digital Front” app, prepares Tet support for workers, and hosts major cultural festivals and a Vietnamese goods fair promoting local products and community welfare.
Welcome to The Hanoi Times Weekly Podcast, your window into the stories shaping life in Vietnam’s capital. Each week, we bring you insightful updates on policy, the economy, culture and community. Now, let's dive into this week’s top stories.
This weekend’s Hanoi news podcast highlights the city’s new Party Chief, expanded air quality monitoring, green transport initiatives and the international photography exhibition.
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