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ĐHQGHN khảo sát thiệt hại, hỗ trợ người dân vùng lũ Đắk Lắk

Bao Dien Tu | Local Language | News | Nov. 28, 2025 | Natural Disasters

On November 26, the VNU working delegation arrived in Đắk Lắk to assess the damage caused by recent heavy rains and floods. They provided 1 billion VND in emergency aid directly to affected residents. Local leaders expressed appreciation for the timely support and hoped VNU experts would help develop effective solutions to address the disaster's aftermath.

The delegation collaborated with the Provincial People’s Committee and inspected critically damaged sites such as the Sông Ba Hạ Hydropower Plant, Đồng Cam Dam, and a flooded section of the North–South expressway. They also engaged with the Central University of Construction to exchange data and ensure an objective, timely assessment of the causes and impacts of the floods.

Director Hoàng Minh Sơn highlighted the importance of practical support tailored to actual needs and stressed identifying the root causes of flooding and landslides, including factors like heavy rainfall, topography, reservoir safety, and infrastructure effects. He also advocated for building a real-time "situation map" to enhance rescue coordination amid increasingly unpredictable natural disasters.

TP Hà Nội đặt mục tiêu hoàn thành 18.000 căn nhà ở xã hội năm 2026

VN Express | Local Language | News | Nov. 28, 2025 | UndeterminedReal Estate

Hanoi City has set ambitious targets in its newly approved socio-economic development plan aiming for completion by 2026. Key goals include raising per capita income to 198 million VND, keeping inflation below 4.5%, ensuring 100% of residents have access to clean water through centralized systems, and completing 18,000 social housing units. The plan also aims to increase average housing area to 30.5 square meters per person, have public passenger transport meet 22% of travel demand, and mandate sorting and treatment of all household waste. The city seeks to treat over 50% of urban wastewater and maintain good to moderate air quality for more than 80% of days.

The plan outlines five major groups of measures to achieve these targets, including reviewing and amending mechanisms connected to Resolution 15, the 2024 Capital Law, and city planning to mobilize social resources and attract large corporations. Hanoi intends to resolve prolonged stalled projects, especially in real estate, renewable energy, industry, and commercial services. The city will promote digital transformation with an interconnected data model and expand research zones by building two science and technology parks. Critical bottlenecks such as flooding, traffic congestion, pollution, food safety, and urban disorder will be addressed with coordinated solutions. Major infrastructure projects like urban railways, highways, bridges, and scenic boulevards will be accelerated.

Regarding housing, Hanoi plans comprehensive quality inspections of old apartments and aims to overcome obstacles in compensation and resettlement to speed renovation efforts. Regulations on low-emission zones will be introduced, including sanctions, distinct license plates for clean energy vehicles, safety standards for charging stations and batteries, and power supply plans for the transition. Flood drainage planning will extend through 2045, with measures to control localized flooding and improve air quality by reducing construction dust, ending illegal waste burning, and restoring four inner-city rivers. Pollution control in key river basins is also prioritized.

Hanoi’s recent economic performance has been strong, with 23 out of 24 economic indicators met or exceeded in 2025. The city’s GRDP grew by 8.5%, per capita income reached 176.4 million VND, budget revenue increased by nearly 22% to over 641 trillion VND, and FDI attraction surged 52% to $4.1 billion, making Hanoi the leading city in the country for investment. The city also leads nationally in digital transformation and innovation, maintaining multiple digital platforms serving residents. Hanoi is entering a new development phase requiring decisive action and renewed thinking from its authorities.

Hà Nội cấm xe máy xăng trong vành đai 1 theo khung giờ từ 1/7/2026

VN Express | Local Language | News | Nov. 28, 2025 | Regulation

On November 26, the Hanoi People’s Council unanimously approved a Resolution on low-emission zones under the Capital City Law 2024. The Resolution introduces restrictions on petrol-powered motorcycles and app-based hired vehicles within designated low-emission zones during specific time slots or in particular areas. Cars not meeting emission standard level 4 will also face time- or route-based restrictions, with an emphasis on transitioning commercial vehicles from fossil fuels to green energy. From July 1, 2026, taxis must be electric or use green energy, and all motorbikes must complete their conversion by 2030. Further restrictions on vehicle circulation will be decided by the City People’s Committee starting January 1, 2035.

The low-emission zones will initially pilot in wards within Ring Road 1 from July 1, 2026, including Hai Bà Trưng, Cửa Nam, Hoàn Kiếm, Ba Đình, and others. By January 1, 2028, the zone will expand to include the entire Ring Road 1 and parts of Ring Road 2. From January 1, 2030, the low-emission zone will cover all wards within Ring Road 3. Additional measures include banning new registrations of fossil fuel vehicles for organizations and prohibiting petrol- or diesel-powered trucks over 3.5 tons from entering these areas. Local communes outside the designated rings are tasked with drafting their own plans for low-emission zones.

The shift to time-slot bans rather than full-time restrictions is designed to accommodate infrastructure readiness, social conditions, and residents’ travel habits. Air pollution, driven predominantly by traffic emissions with motorbikes as the main contributors, has been a longstanding problem in Hanoi. Data shows particulate matter levels (PM2.5 and PM10) exceed national standards, with traffic responsible for 58–74% of emissions. Hanoi currently hosts over 8 million vehicles, including nearly 7 million motorbikes, and faces significant through-traffic daily. The low-emission zones will be prioritized based on environmental protection needs, congestion levels, and recent air quality data.