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THE HANOI CHRONICLE — Hanoi’s Deputy Director of Construction, Luyen Van Phuong, acknowledged delays in providing social housing for workers and low-income earners on May 28th. Hanoi authorities engage in dialogue with local workers. Photos: Kinh te & Do thi Newspaper Phuong emphasized the urgency and legitimacy of the growing demand for affordable housing, acknowledging that it aligns with the aspirations of workers. At a meeting held at the Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park in Thach That District, the Hanoi People’s Committee and local workers discussed the city’s commitment to developing social housing. Phuong highlighted that providing housing for workers and low-income earners is a top priority for the city. Hanoi has outlined a housing development program through 2030, which includes guidelines to enhance access to social housing. The Management Board of Industrial and Hi-Tech Zones, along with the city’s Labor Federation, are tasked with creating worker housing plans that consid...

THE HANOI CHRONICLE — The Hanoi Youth Union has initiated the second National Green Sunday campaign in the Hoai Duc District, a prelude to World Environment Day on June 5th. This campaign stands out with the formation of three core volunteer teams advocating for youth-led environmental initiatives and community development. These teams, comprised of passionate individuals, will spearhead the 2025 summer volunteer campaign, emphasizing the crucial role of youth in fostering clean and civilized neighborhoods. The “Green Spirit – Clean from Lanes to Boulevards” team, a collaboration of local youth, Women’s Union members, and Veterans Association representatives, along with the “3+ Self-Governance Team,” will lead cleanup drives during Volunteer Saturdays and Green Sundays. Their efforts will focus on residential areas, markets, and youth-designated routes to improve grassroots-level environmental sanitation. Nguyen Duc Tien, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Hanoi Youth Union, inaugu...

THE HANOI TIMES — In recent National Assembly discussions, a proposal to abolish the death penalty for serious offenses like embezzlement, bribery, drug trafficking, and producing and selling counterfeit medicines sparked intense debate among lawmakers and the public. While some frame this potential step as a move toward a “more humane and civilized” legal system, others argue that it could weaken the country’s ability to deter widespread, organized, and severely damaging crimes. The death penalty, they assert, is not an indicator of a society’s advancement. Its application or removal depends on unique legal, societal, and criminal factors. The death penalty: A complex debate In Vietnam, public trust in the justice system is still a work in progress. Despite significant legal reforms and enhanced transparency, skepticism remains regarding the handling of large-scale crimes, especially those involving the powerful and wealthy. Here, the death penalty serves as both punishment an...

THE HANOI TIMES — Hanoi has been at the forefront of embracing hi-tech and digital technology in agriculture , with a specific focus on cultivation, animal husbandry, and aquaculture. This is according to Doan Duc Dan, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Agricultural Extension Center. A glimpse into hygienic production at Japan-Vietnam Vegetable Fruit Company. Photo: Phuong Nga/The Hanoi Times According to Dan, Hanoi aims to increase the number of high-tech agricultural entities, including models, farms, cooperatives, and enterprises, by 10%-20% annually from now until 2030. The city is encouraging local producers, businesses, and cooperatives to embrace smart agriculture and electronic farms, as well as integrate into distribution channels and focus on quality control. Local farmers and firms have been proactive in adopting automation, biotechnology, and computerization. These technologies offer a multitude of benefits, such as cost savings, increased productivity, enhanced product ...

THE HANOI CHRONICLE — The Hanoi People’s Council is convening a special session to review and enhance the management, renovation, and development of parks and public gardens across the capital. Hanoi’s elderly citizens enjoy a morning jog at Phung Khoang Park, located in the heart of Nam Tu Liem District. Photo: Duy Minh/The Hanoi Times, capturing the vibrant energy of the city’s green spaces. This session aims to evaluate the progress made so far, identify areas for improvement, and assign clear responsibilities to relevant departments, agencies, and organizations. The discussions will cover a range of topics, including planning, investment, restoration, and construction of parks and gardens, as well as ensuring compliance with directives from national and local authorities. Officials will present their accomplishments, challenges, and proposed solutions to expedite public investment projects, addressing delays and assigning accountability. Key agenda items include a compreh...

THE HANOI TIMES — The “World Harmonious Tea” event celebrates and strengthens the deep cultural ties and friendship between Vietnam’s provinces and China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. An artistic performance at the cultural event, Tra hai hoa the gioi (World Harmonious Tea). Photos: Bao Van Hoa This cultural and tourism exchange, held in Hanoi on May 21, commemorates the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the China-Vietnam Humanistic Exchange Year. It is a meaningful step towards fulfilling the agreements between the two nations. Chinese Ambassador He Wei, in his speech, highlighted the unique bond between China and Vietnam, describing them as “close neighbors with shared borders; dear friends; trusted partners, and comrades with a common vision for the future.” Conference delegates enjoying a cup of tea. Tea is an integral part of both cultures and symbolizes social connectivity. China, known as the birthplace of tea culture, and Vietnam, with its ancien...

THE HANOI TIMES — Hanoi, the Vietnamese capital, is set to introduce an all-encompassing e-ticket on September 2, aiming to unify the city’s fragmented automated ticketing systems for diverse public transportation options. This news comes from Do Viet Hai, Deputy Director of the municipal Department of Construction, who shared these developments at a forum titled “Smart Payment Solutions for Modern Transport” held in the city earlier this week. Hai emphasized that this initiative aligns with the Vietnamese government’s push toward cashless transactions, designed to enhance convenience for public transport passengers. An image of the Nhon-Hanoi Station metro line, one of the modern transport systems in the city. Source: Pham Hung/The Hanoi Times “The upcoming e-ticket system will cover all modes of public transportation,” Hai explained, “and it will be seamlessly integrated with automated toll collection and parking facility fee collection services, extending beyond Hanoi’s bord...

THE HANOI CHRONICLE — The Hanoi Department of Tourism is commemorating the 135th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh’s birth with a series of events that honor his enduring legacy and promote the region’s tourism offerings (May 19, 1890 – 2025). Forging Tourism Connections with Nghe An Hanoi tour operators embark on a journey to Nghe An Province, the birthplace of President Ho Chi Minh. Image credit: Hanoi Department of Tourism To mark this significant anniversary and the 2025 Lotus Village Festival, which will include the unveiling of a statue of the beloved leader, the Hanoi Department of Tourism has collaborated with Nghe An’s Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. Together, they organized a familiarization trip for over 60 Hanoi travel agencies to explore the central province of Nghe An. The delegation is surveying key destinations and engaging in discussions with local tour operators to develop captivating tourism products unique to the region. This exchange also i...

Lam Kinh – A Journey into Vietnam’s Historic Past Nestled in the Tho Xuan district of Thanh Hoa, Lam Kinh is a special national relic that holds within it the enigmatic tales of Vietnam’s most prosperous feudal era. Originally known as Lam Son, this area was the homeland of the revered national hero, Le Loi (1385-1433). It was here that Le Loi led the courageous Lam Son uprising against the Chinese Ming invaders from 1418 to 1428, ultimately claiming victory. In 1428, Le Loi ascended the throne as Le Thai To, marking the inception of the Later Le dynasty. Two years later, he renamed Lam Son as Lam Kinh and constructed majestic royal temples and tombs within its confines. As a testament to their respect and devotion, the kings of the Le dynasty (1428-1788) embarked on an annual pilgrimage from the Thang Long citadel to Lam Kinh to pay homage to their ancestors. Lam Kinh is a testament to the grandeur of the Le dynasty, housing the tombs of its kings, each a masterpiece of architectu...