5 metro lines get off ground in Hanoi
Vietnam News 14:01 22/06/2026Hanoi held a groundbreaking ceremony for five new metro lines with a total investment of around VND1.3 quadrillion (US$49.4 billion) on Monday morning.
Hanoi police arrest firm director over distribution of 10,000 tonnes of unsafe chicken feet
Vietnam News 13:06 19/06/2026Police in Hanoi have detained the director of a food import-export company and a senior employee as part of an investigation into the alleged distribution of more than 10,000 metric tons of unsafe chicken feet to consumers across Vietnam.
Int’l tourist arrivals in Hanoi top 4.6mn in first half of 2026
Travel 16:48 18/06/2026Hanoi welcomed an estimated 4.64 million international visitors during the first six months of 2026, marking a 26.8-percent year-on-year increase, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
Hanoi greenlights $1.1bn renovation project for iconic West Lake
Vietnam News 14:21 17/06/2026The Hanoi People's Council has approved a project to renovate the area surrounding West Lake and upgrade the scenic road encircling the Vietnamese capital's largest natural lake, with a total investment of VND30.151 trillion (US$1.14 billion).
Hanoi police investigate viral video of street vendor allegedly fleecing foreign tourist
Vietnam News 10:21 11/06/2026Authorities in Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Ward are investigating a viral video showing a foreign tourist allegedly overcharged VND430,000 (US$16) for about 10 Vietnamese donuts in the capital’s Old Quarter, a local official said on Wednesday.
Hanoi provides platform for Thai, Cambodian PMs to voice commitment to peace
In-Depth 17:49 10/06/2026During the ASEAN Future Forum, held in Hanoi on June 9-10, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet both spoke in support of border peace, delivering a message that experts described as a vivid demonstration of ASEAN’s unique diplomatic strength.
$70mn structure to replace 120-year-old bridge in Hanoi
Vietnam News 14:20 08/06/2026Hanoi is working to develop a new bridge complex project carrying a price tag of nearly VND1.85 trillion (US$70 million) to replace the historic Duong Bridge, bringing an end to the role of a transport artery that has served the capital for more than 120 years.
Firm eyes high-rise pig farming complexes in Hanoi
Economy 16:17 06/06/2026BAF Vietnam Agriculture JSC proposed developing up to five high-rise pig farming facilities in Hanoi at a meeting between Hanoi vice-chairman Bui Duy Cuong and the municipal Department of Agriculture and Environment on Thursday.
Hanoi police begin testing AI-powered drones for urban surveillance
Vietnam News 16:07 03/06/2026Hanoi police have launched a pilot program using drones equipped with artificial intelligence to monitor public security and urban order in key areas of Hoan Kiem and Tay Ho Wards.
Hanoi man fined $285 for fake ‘puffed rice’ post on Facebook
Vietnam News 18:02 01/06/2026A 47-year-old man in Hanoi has been fined VND7.5 million (US$285) for posting false information on social media claiming that extreme heat caused rice grains drying outdoors to "pop like popcorn," authorities confirmed on Sunday.
Hanoi residents cool off in river amid scorching heatwave
Vietnam News 10:30 29/05/2026Despite rainfall across Hanoi on Wednesday night, the capital continues to endure intense heat, with outdoor temperatures reaching 37 degrees Celsius, prompting many residents to flock to the Duong River to cool off in the water.
Rain brings relief to Hanoi after scorching heat
Vietnam News 15:43 28/05/2026Showers and thunderstorms hit Hanoi on Wednesday evening, bringing temporary relief after several consecutive days of intense heat approaching 40 degrees Celsius.
