Hanoi Plans to Create 3 Cities within the Capital and Build a Second Airport Soon

Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam, is set to undergo significant development as it plans to establish three distinct cities within its borders and construct a second airport. These proposals were recently approved by the Hanoi People’s Council.

Transforming the Red River Axis

One of the key focuses of Hanoi’s urban planning for the period from 2021 to 2025, with a vision to 2050, is the transformation of the Red River Axis. According to the Hanoi People’s Committee, the Red River embodies the natural, cultural, and historical elements that make it comparable to major cities around the world and international metropolises. It will serve as a symbol of Hanoi’s development.

Development Along the Red River

The development of the Red River Axis aims to create space for economic, ecological, and cultural activities. It will showcase Hanoi’s growth in areas such as services, science and technology, culture, and architectural design. The area will become the converging center and prominent face of the urbanization of the Red River Delta.

To realize this vision, Hanoi plans to build a new administrative center, a national sports center, and an entertainment complex in the northern part of the Red River. The Nhat Tan-Noi Bai urban axis will become a smart and globally connected urban area.

Five Economic and Social Regions

The urban planning of Hanoi also identifies five economic and social regions: the central region, the northern region along the Red River, the southern region, the southwestern region, and the northwestern region. These regions will be further divided into five urban areas: the central urban area, the western city, the Son Tay-Ba Vi urban area, the northern city, and the southern urban area.

Hanoi proposes implementing the “City within the Capital” model for these urban areas. This model will provide unique and superior policies for the western region (including Hoa Lac and Xuan Mai), the northern region (including Dong Anh, Me Linh, and Soc Son), and the projected southern region (including Phu Xuyen and Ung Hoa), after the establishment of the second airport. This will promote the development of areas dedicated to science and technology, education and training, trade and services, logistics, international commerce, finance, and more. These areas will become new driving forces and centers of development for Hanoi.

Additionally, Hanoi plans to explore the possibility of creating a tourism city in the Son Tay-Ba Vi area.

The Road Ahead

With these plans, Hanoi aspires to develop the five urban regions, which will eventually lead to the establishment of four cities and one central urban area. The immediate priority is to establish cities in the northern and western regions, with further consideration given to the remaining two cities.

Furthermore, Hanoi aims to develop the second airport in the southern region, known as the Hanoi Capital Region. The reserved space and infrastructure for this airport are essential to meet the development needs of the capital city, the surrounding region, and the entire country. The goal is to achieve high-level development and international connectivity.

The urban planning of Hanoi sets forth crucial and groundbreaking objectives. It emphasizes the importance of environmental protection, addressing pollution issues in the To Lich River, and reviving the image of a clean and green river that is closely tied to the cultural and historical heritage of the capital city. Efforts will also be made to tackle pollution in other rivers such as the Nhue, Day, Lu, and Set, ensuring a safe water supply for agriculture and creating green spaces for urban development.

Additionally, Hanoi will focus on renovating old apartment buildings and eliminating unauthorized construction that poses risks in terms of safety, fire prevention, and rescue operations. The restoration, renovation, and improvement of the old quarter and French colonial architectural areas aim to exploit and promote the cultural and historical value of the thousand-year-old capital. The development of underground space will be explored to enhance transportation and urban services.

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