Ho Chi Minh City aims to rank among the world’s top 50 smart cities by 2030 under a draft smart urban development plan for 2026–2030, with a vision to 2035.

Under the plan, Ha Noi targets that by July 1, 2026, all buses operating within Ring Road 1 will use green energy (electricity or compressed natural gas – CNG). The policy will then be expanded to Ring Road 2 by January 1, 2028, and further extended to Ring Road 3 from 2030.

The Ho Chi Minh City Labour Federation and Phu Cuong Group Joint Stock Company signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation to implement social housing projects for workers and labourers in Ho Chi Minh City.

A strategic expressway stretching more than 300km has been proposed to ease transport bottlenecks, boost socio-economic development, and strengthen defence and security in the north-western region.

The recently approved adjustment to Hue City’s master plan is not only about figures or boundaries on paper, but a matter of redefining its position in a new context.

With a strong sense of responsibility and resolve, the construction of Gia Binh International Airport in Bac Ninh Province is being accelerated to develop a smart, green and sustainable aviation hub.

The Ho Chi Minh City Management Centre of Public Transport under the municipal Department of Construction launched a public electric bicycle service on March 15, marking a new step in efforts to expand green urban mobility.

Amid the military conflict in the Middle East, the Ministry of Construction has submitted a report to Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son outlining the impacts of fuel price volatility and proposing a set of urgent measures to stabilise domestic transport and construction activities.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment responded to voters regarding the update of the land database and the reduction of administrative procedures related to land for citizens.

Ha Noi is currently soliciting opinions from agencies, organisations, individuals, and the community regarding the Capital City Master Plan, a long-term development orientation with a 100-year vision. The period for receiving feedback is from March 12–23.