Vietnam is advancing a series of smart public-sector initiatives spanning urban development, digital transformation, healthcare and transport infrastructure. Recent government programmes and municipal policies highlight efforts to modernise public services, strengthen economic growth and improve quality of life in major cities. Developments in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City also reflect broader national priorities around innovation, smart infrastructure and social welfare.
Hanoi expands digital and urban infrastructure initiatives
Hanoi has introduced several initiatives aimed at improving public services and supporting long-term urban growth. From 6 July 2026, the city opened registration for free chip-enabled bus cards for eligible passengers using subsidised public transport services. Authorities said the programme is intended to improve convenience and service quality, particularly for older residents.
The capital is also pursuing wider smart city and digital infrastructure goals. Government action programmes linked to Hanoi’s development strategy place emphasis on innovation, green growth, digital transformation and the circular economy. These priorities align with broader efforts outlined in Hanoi’s smart city ambitions, which focus on integrating digital infrastructure into urban planning and public administration.
Infrastructure expansion remains a key component of the city’s plans. Hanoi recently launched five urban railway lines and three rental housing projects, marking one of the city’s largest coordinated infrastructure programmes. Authorities described the projects as part of a shift from policy preparation to implementation.
The Hanoi People’s Committee has also approved a master plan with a 100-year vision under Decision No. 2512/QD-UBND. The framework establishes phased development targets extending to 2085 and aims to support a multi-centred urban structure designed to strengthen competitiveness and sustainable growth.
Digital transformation supports national modernisation goals
Digital transformation continues to feature prominently in Vietnam’s national development agenda. The Government recently adopted an action programme to implement the Politburo’s resolution on developing Hanoi into a science and technology hub, placing people at the centre of development while encouraging innovation-led growth.
At the national level, the Prime Minister assigned ministries and central agencies to carry out 20 strategic science, technology and innovation tasks under Decision No. 808/QD-TTg dated 8 May 2026. The programme is intended to accelerate the development of strategic technologies and strengthen public-sector capabilities.
Vietnam has also continued expanding digital identity systems and connected public services. Recent initiatives involving digital identity and smart infrastructure are designed to improve administrative efficiency and service delivery. These developments complement investments in national data infrastructure, including projects linked to National Data Centre No. 1.
Economic growth and public welfare remain policy priorities
Vietnam reported strong economic performance during the first half of 2026, with gross domestic product growing by 8.18% year-on-year. The increase exceeded the 7.63% growth recorded during the same period in 2025, reflecting positive results across multiple sectors.
Ho Chi Minh City continues to play a central role in the national economy. The city accounted for 23.5% of Vietnam’s GDP in 2025 and recorded gross regional domestic product of nearly VND 3 quadrillion (approximately US$115 billion). Per capita income reached US$8,755 during the same year.
Alongside economic initiatives, authorities are introducing new social welfare programmes. Hanoi will provide financial support for refractive eye treatment from 1 July 2026 for eligible residents aged 18 to 35 with myopia of three diopters or more. Separately, older people across Vietnam will receive at least one free annual health check-up or screening from 2026 under a revised national elderly care programme through 2030.
Additional national programmes include campaigns to identify fallen soldiers through DNA analysis, environmental initiatives promoting a greener economy and youth volunteer programmes focused on community development and innovation. Together, these policies indicate continued efforts to combine economic growth with social development and public-sector modernisation.
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Dieser Artikel ist neu veröffentlicht von / This article is republished from: Open Gov Asia, 14.07.2026
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