Hanoi is accelerating efforts to develop into a inexperienced, sensible and sustainable metropolis, a course of that views abroad Vietnamese as a significant useful resource and an necessary bridge in driving this transformation.
THE HANOI TIMES — Technology is the key for Hanoi to enhance its atmosphere and construct a sustainable, sensible and livable metropolis, Professor Le Thanh Nhan, a France-based abroad Vietnamese scholar, stated on February 6.
Professor Le Thanh Nhan, a France-based abroad Vietnamese scholar. Photo: State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese
Nhan was amongst 1000’s of abroad Vietnamese who returned house for household reunions throughout the 2026 Tet (Lunar New Year) vacation and to attend the upcoming Xuan Que Huong (Homeland Spring) program.
“Hanoi is where I was born and raised. At the age of 25, I went to France for research and teaching. My desire to contribute to this city has always remained strong,” he stated at a gathering between Hanoi authorities and abroad Vietnamese from 32 international locations and territories.
Professor Nhan famous that many world cities are adopting built-in city governance fashions that rely closely on digital instruments and information, suggesting Hanoi comply with the same path towards sustainable improvement.
“We want to place particular emphasis on environmental management, which remains one of the most pressing challenges for many developing cities, including Hanoi,” he stated.
He burdened the necessity to construct a large-scale automated environmental data system utilizing large information, synthetic intelligence and sensible sensors to constantly monitor air high quality, water assets, noise ranges, waste and city local weather dangers.
“Such systems would allow authorities to move from reactive responses to proactive management, from addressing consequences to preventing risks, thereby better protecting public health and improving living conditions,” Nhan stated.
Meanwhile, Professor Nguyen Quang Phuoc, an abroad Vietnamese scholar based mostly in South Korea, shared the nation’s expertise in making use of synthetic intelligence and drones in city administration, healthcare and agriculture.
He proposed that Hanoi set up sandbox zones and AI testing facilities to make sure the protected, efficient and well-regulated deployment of rising applied sciences.
The assembly’s overview.
Drawing on Australia’s semiconductor improvement mannequin, Nguyen Phuc Binh, a consultant of the Vietnam Innovation Network in Australia, urged a roadmap for Hanoi and Vietnam to deepen participation within the world semiconductor worth chain past contract manufacturing.
Dr. Ha Son Tung, an abroad Vietnamese skilled based mostly in Singapore, highlighted the significance of infrastructure and coverage stability in constructing innovation ecosystems. He proposed measures to assist Hanoi strengthen cooperation and mobilize assets for science, technology and innovation.
Tapping a beneficial useful resource
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang stated science, technology and innovation are key drivers of nationwide improvement within the new period, noting that abroad Vietnamese communities embrace a big pool of intellectuals, scientists and profitable entrepreneurs.
“This reflects the growing strength, deeper integration and rising international standing of the Vietnamese community worldwide,” she stated.
Hang burdened that the Party and State persistently regard abroad Vietnamese as an inseparable a part of the nation.
Although dwelling overseas, abroad Vietnamese proceed to preserve robust ties with the homeland via sensible contributions, cultural promotion and preservation of the Vietnamese language, serving to venture Vietnam’s picture globally, she added.
Echoing this view, Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Vu Dai Thang stated 2025 marks a very necessary 12 months for the capital because it enters a brand new section of improvement alongside the nation.
“In this historic period, Hanoi is committed to accelerating socio-economic growth, improving living standards and preserving cultural traditions, while reaffirming its role as the nation’s political, economic, cultural, scientific and international integration hub,” Thang stated.
To obtain these objectives, the town is implementing long-term methods centered on renewing its progress mannequin, advancing science and technology and selling digital transformation, he stated.
Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Vu Dai Thang speaks on the assembly.
Hanoi is working to construct a robust innovation ecosystem, develop high-tech industrial zones, analysis hubs and innovation facilities and transfer towards changing into a inexperienced, sensible, trendy and sustainable capital.
Throughout this course of, abroad Vietnamese stay a significant useful resource and an necessary bridge for worldwide cooperation, funding attraction and information and technology switch, Thang stated.
He added that the town continues to enhance its funding and enterprise atmosphere to create favorable circumstances for abroad Vietnamese to discover enterprise and funding alternatives in Hanoi.
Beyond funding, the town hopes to obtain extra mental contributions from abroad Vietnamese specialists, scientists, entrepreneurs and cultural figures in areas together with science and technology, tradition, tourism, training, city improvement and heritage preservation.
According to Thang, Hanoi goals to develop into a metropolis deeply rooted in cultural identification whereas reaching regional and world stature as a sexy vacation spot for guests worldwide.
“I hope that every Vietnamese, wherever they may live, will always look toward the homeland and continue to accompany the country’s development in general and Hanoi’s progress in particular, helping Vietnam move forward with confidence in this new era,” he stated.
He added that Hanoi is constantly bettering its funding and enterprise atmosphere to create essentially the most beneficial circumstances for abroad Vietnamese to discover funding and enterprise alternatives within the capital.
Beyond funding, the town additionally hopes to proceed receiving mental contributions from abroad Vietnamese specialists, scientists, entrepreneurs and cultural figures throughout areas reminiscent of science and technology, tradition, tourism, training, city improvement and heritage preservation.
According to Thang, Hanoi goals to develop into a metropolis deeply rooted in cultural identification whereas additionally possessing regional and world stature – a sexy vacation spot for mates and guests from world wide.
“I hope that every Vietnamese, wherever they may be, will always look toward the homeland and continue to accompany the country’s development in general and Hanoi’s progress in particular, working together to help Vietnam move forward confidently in this new era.”