3,300-Hectare Mega City: A New Integrated Urban Hub at the Gateway to the Capital
With a total research area of nearly 3,300 hectares and an expected population of 220,000 to 230,000 by 2045, the mega city in Northeast Hanoi is considered one of the most influential mega projects in the capital. Successful global urban models like Songdo (South Korea), Changi (Singapore), and Amsterdam Schiphol (Netherlands), where synchronized planning has created new economic, technological, and residential hubs, serve as the benchmarks for this development.
Songdo: South Korea’s $40 Billion Smart City
The mega city is designed as an integrated urban model, featuring diverse functions: residential areas, mixed-use zones, public facilities, schools, green spaces, cultural and sports amenities, training centers, healthcare facilities, religious and heritage sites, water bodies, and technical infrastructure. This spatial organization fosters a complete urban ecosystem, allowing residents to live, study, work, and entertain within a few kilometers.
Strategically, the 3,300-hectare urban zone will become an extension of Hanoi’s central urban area, serving as a gateway connecting to the entire economic corridor of Thai Nguyen, Bac Ninh, Hung Yen, Hai Phong, and Quang Ninh.
With a vision for synchronized infrastructure—including national road and rail systems, urban rail, and aviation—the area aims to become a multi-functional, hyper-connected urban model. This will make travel to key centers more convenient. Notably, the 5-star Gia Binh International Airport, the largest in the North, will directly link the mega city to the capital via the Hanoi-Gia Binh Expressway.
Multifunctional Integrated Urban Landscape (AI-Generated Image)
A portion of the 3,300-hectare urban zone is planned under the TOD (Transit-Oriented Development) model. TOD, proven effective in mega cities like Tokyo, Seoul, and Singapore, optimizes public transport, enhances quality of life, and boosts property value growth. In Vietnam, areas along metro lines such as Ho Chi Minh City’s Metro Line 1 and Hanoi’s metro lines have seen significant TOD impacts on property prices.
Catalyst for Northeast Hanoi’s Growth
Beyond connectivity, the 3,300-hectare urban zone is poised to become a high-quality logistics, trade, and service hub for East Hanoi, serving the coastal economic corridor and leveraging multimodal transport—road, rail, water, and air. Developing a large-scale logistics center is expected to drive demand for workspaces, accommodations, and ancillary services, laying a solid foundation for investment and population migration in the near future.
The area is also planned to host a world-class ecosystem for education, research, technology, healthcare, and entertainment, attracting top experts, engineers, and professionals. As these functional clusters become operational, demand for housing, commercial spaces, and service infrastructure is projected to surge, creating a ripple effect across neighboring areas.
With robust urban and infrastructure development, Northeast Hanoi will experience significant growth potential, particularly in early-developed urban areas. Centa Riverside, a standout existing project, is strategically located in the core of VSIP Bac Ninh Urban Area, directly opposite the 3,300-hectare mega city via the Hanoi-Gia Binh Expressway. With its completed internal infrastructure, natural riverside scenery, and established community, the project is well-positioned to capitalize on population shifts as the urban zone’s large-scale service ecosystem takes shape.
Centa Riverside: Singapore-Standard Urban Living in VSIP Bac Ninh
The emergence of the 3,300-hectare mega city will be a pivotal driver for Northeast Hanoi’s development strategy. The integrated urban model, coupled with an international airport, will enhance investment attraction, draw high-quality talent, and foster high-value-added service industries. The rise of this large-scale, multi-functional, and infrastructure-synchronized mega city will act as a catalyst, elevating the region’s competitiveness and reshaping the economic and urban development map of Northeast Hanoi for decades to come.
Nationwide Affordable Housing Projects Break Ground on Special Occasion
On December 19th, a wave of groundbreaking ceremonies will sweep across the nation as numerous social housing projects are set to commence simultaneously. This unprecedented surge in development marks a significant milestone for affordable housing, catering specifically to low-income individuals. The initiative is a celebratory gesture in honor of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam.
Hanoi to Auction Prime Land Plots in Late December 2025
In the final 10 days of 2025, numerous communes across Hanoi will host auctions for a series of land plots.
Why Are Vegetable Prices Skyrocketing in Hanoi?
The primary cause of the surge in prices for certain vegetables in November 2025 stems from prolonged heavy rainfall, which led to widespread flooding. This disrupted the sowing schedule for the winter crop across multiple regions, significantly delaying cultivation efforts.
Secretary General: Hanoi is Beautiful and Hospitable, but Traffic Congestion Deters Visitors
Secretary General Tô Lâm remarked that Hanoi is a city of remarkable beauty, elegance, and hospitality. However, he noted that many are deterred from visiting due to concerns about traffic congestion.
Prime Minister: Shaping Hanoi’s Century-Long Vision Through Strategic Planning
On the afternoon of December 15th, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a working session of the Government’s Standing Committee with leaders from various ministries and Hanoi city. The meeting aimed to provide feedback and input on the major planning directions for Hanoi.
