The Hanoi People's Committee has backed a proposal to demolish the commercial centre building in Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square in the historic Hoan Kiem District, commonly known as the ‘Shark Jaw’ (Ham Ca Map) building.

Hanoi is rolling out an array of vibrant cultural and tourism activities throughout 2025, aiming to attract more visitors and showcase the capital’s rich heritage and creativity.

VOV.VN - Hanoi served 496,450 foreign arrivals in February, marking a year-on-year increase of 29.6%, according to the capital’s Department of Tourism.

VOV.VN - The article "Footloose in Hanoi: Celebrate city's charm, street food and relics from past" by Zinara Rathnayake, published on March 1 in Nikkei Asia, vividly portrays Hanoi's allure, from its bustling Old Quarter and enticing street food to its unique coffee culture, rich history, and dynamic youth contributing to the city's vibrancy.

The Hanoi Basketball Championship 2025, brought by VNPAY, is set to tip off in March in the capital city, marking the opening event of the national basketball series. This third edition of the tournament (HBC3) promises fresh and exciting developments for players and fans alike.

VOV.VN - In late February each year, the streets of Hanoi are adorned with Hoa Ban (Bauhinia variegata) in full bloom, painting the city with delicate pink flowers reminiscent of orchids.

Hanoi plans to build three bridges crossing the Red River between 2025 and 2030, with a total investment of approximately VND47.982 trillion (US$1.9 billion).

VOV.VN - Australian Ambassador to ASEAN Tiffany McDonald has emphasised that the upcoming second ASEAN Future Forum in Hanoi presents a valuable opportunity for senior leaders, policymakers, scholars, and young people to discuss the bloc’s future.

VOV.VN - Vietnam and Russia reviewed bilateral cooperation and outlined orientations during a political consultation between the two countries’ Ministries of Foreign Affairs in Hanoi on February 21.

VOV.VN - The Permanent Mission of Vietnam to the United Nations, in collaboration with the Australian Mission and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), co-hosted a seminar in New York on February 19 towards the signing ceremony of the UN Convention on Cybercrime to be held in Hanoi.