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Vietnam has reduced its average retail electricity price by two percent from Sunday, 1 November, in a move intended to lower energy costs for households and businesses. The new average price is set at 2,159.90 Vietnamese dong per kilowatt-hour, excluding value-added tax. The adjustment follows a review of electricity production and business costs and is expected to support economic activity. The reduction marks the first downward adjustment in the average electricity price in around two decades outside several temporary support measures introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The government has been encouraging electricity authorities to review operating costs and identify savings…

Hanoi’s People’s Council has approved 20 resolutions covering urban management, public investment, infrastructure and social welfare, while postponing two proposed measures related to metro railway development. The decisions were made during the council’s seventh meeting for the 2026–2031 term. The approved resolutions are expected to affect residents, businesses and major investment projects across the Vietnamese capital. The council said the measures are intended to improve city management, address existing problems and support development priorities. Among the approved policies is a special mechanism to deal with long-running violations connected with 12 projects involving Muong Thanh Group. The council also backed a…

Two concerts by South Korean music group BIGBANG attracted around 90,000 people to Hanoi, creating a major boost for the city’s tourism and service sectors. The performances took place at My Dinh National Stadium on October 24 and 25 as part of the group’s 2026–2027 world tour. The events marked the 20th anniversary of BIGBANG’s debut and attracted both Vietnamese fans and international visitors. Local tourism officials said the concerts demonstrated Hanoi’s ability to host large international entertainment events and generate economic activity beyond ticket sales. The concerts had an impact across several parts of the city’s economy. Hotels, restaurants,…

Hanoi is preparing to strengthen its position as one of Vietnam’s leading tourism destinations, with a plan to attract between 47 million and 50.5 million visitors by 2030. The strategy aims to develop the capital as a major centre for cultural tourism, heritage experiences, events and high-quality visitor services. City officials believe Hanoi can become one of the country’s main tourism growth centres alongside Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang. The plan also seeks to improve connections with neighbouring destinations so visitors can explore a wider range of experiences during their stay. The targets include attracting between 13 million…

Hanoi is aiming to become one of Vietnam’s leading tourism centres, with a plan to attract between 47 million and 50.5 million visitors by 2030. The capital wants to strengthen its position as a major destination for cultural and heritage tourism while developing new services that can attract international travellers. The strategy is also intended to make tourism a stronger contributor to the city’s economy. The targets include 13 million to 15 million international visitors and between 34 million and 35.5 million domestic travellers. Tourism revenue is expected to reach between 295 trillion and 340 trillion Vietnamese dong, equivalent to…

Hanoi has welcomed a performance by the Royal Opera of Versailles, bringing a programme of classical music and opera to the Vietnamese capital. The concert, titled “Four Seasons With Love”, took place at Ho Guom Opera on the evening of October 29. It brought together instrumental music, arias and duets inspired by the works of several European composers. The programme was arranged in four sections representing spring, summer, autumn and winter. It included works associated with Giovanni Antonio Guido, Antonio Vivaldi, George Frideric Handel, Jean-Philippe Rameau, Johann Adolf Hasse and Riccardo Broschi. The selection offered audiences a journey through different…

Vietnamese President To Lam has called on female members of the National Assembly to strengthen their role in lawmaking, policymaking and public oversight. The message was delivered during a meeting with women deputies in Hanoi on October 29 and was included in a national news summary published the following morning. The meeting focused on the contribution women can make to national development and the importance of meaningful gender equality. The president encouraged female lawmakers to take an active part in shaping policies and monitoring how decisions are carried out. Their responsibilities include reviewing legislation, representing voters and helping ensure that…

Hanoi’s food culture is attracting renewed attention for a feature highlighting the city’s early morning food tours, which begin before sunrise and follow the routines of vendors and residents who start their day in the early hours. The focus on food at dawn offers visitors a different view of the Vietnamese capital, away from the busiest tourist periods and into the daily rhythms that shape local life. In Hanoi, breakfast is closely linked to the movement of the city. Street vendors, small restaurants and market stalls serve customers heading to work, school or other morning commitments. Many businesses prepare ingredients…

Hanoi’s People’s Council has approved 20 resolutions covering urban management, public investment, infrastructure, social welfare and residents’ livelihoods. The decisions were made at a council meeting on October 28 and reported the following morning. Two other proposals, including one concerning mechanisms for urban railway development, were postponed for further consideration at a later meeting. The approved resolutions cover a range of issues affecting the Vietnamese capital’s development. Local government decisions in these areas can influence how public funds are used, how infrastructure projects are managed and how services respond to the needs of residents. The measures also reflect the challenge…

Vietnam is seeking to strengthen its position in global supply chains by expanding its use of technology, improving innovation and building stronger partnerships with international businesses. The strategy reflects a wider effort to move beyond lower-value manufacturing and develop industries that rely more heavily on skilled workers, research and advanced production methods. For businesses, the challenge is to increase productivity while meeting the standards expected by international customers. Global supply chains connect companies across countries, with different locations often responsible for design, component production, assembly, transport and distribution. Vietnam has become an important part of this network, but moving into…