The city must move beyond its old development patterns, embrace deeper and more strategic self-renewal, and adopt a long-term, sustainable vision. “The central government has placed special expectations on HCM City - not just to grow fast, but to grow differently. Reclaiming Hanoi’s spirit with a global outlookDeputy Secretary Nguyen Van Phong outlines Hanoi’s reform agenda. The capital’s Party leadership, Phong noted, has drawn critical lessons in recent years - chief among them being the need for unity, decisiveness, and presence on the ground. Photo by Hoang HaThe Hanoi Party Committee made four public pledges.

Source: VietNamNet News January 21, 2026 10:09 UTC