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Vietnam urban infrastructure and development legislation

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Vietnam is advancing legislative and planning initiatives to modernize its urban infrastructure and management. In August 2026, the Ministry of Construction proposed a new Law on Water Supply and Drainage to establish a unified legal framework, targeting a clean water usage rate exceeding 90% by 2030 and at least 40% urban wastewater treatment by 2035. By September 2026, the focus expanded to the implementation of the Law on Urban Development to drive economic growth through decentralization. Concurrently, Hanoi authorities launched a public consultation period ~~from September 7 to September 26~~ regarding major urban planning adjustments for the Hoan Kiem Lake area and the Red River corridor. The proposal aims to align with the capital’s 100-year master plan by reconstructing the historic center into a ‘History - Culture - Art’ space covering approximately 32.51 hectares. Key elements include expanding Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square and Cau Go Street, creating new pedestrian zones, and connecting the area to the Red River ecological landscape. As the consultation progresses, While architectural experts have voiced significant concerns. Architect Tran Tuan of the Hanoi Urban Space and Water-related Research Group suggested the plan should avoid adding “foreign or alien symbols,” specifically criticizing the proposed Triumphal Arch for potentially conflicting with the area’s cultural essence. He recommended reducing festival infrastructure density to preserve the lake’s historical depth. In response, Nguyen Ba Nguyen, Deputy Director of expressed concerns regarding the ~~Hanoi Department of Construction, clarified that current architectural images are merely “illustrations~~ preservation of cultural essence, the ~~planning direction” and are not final designs. The~~ city ~~continues~~ continued to seek feedback on Red River urban subdivision planning, including flood prevention and the potential relocation of ancient villages. In early October 2026, consultation results for the Red River urban subdivision planning and the proposed Red River Landscape Boulevard route began to emerge. In Bat Trang commune, the landscape boulevard route received a 95% approval rate, with 1,413 out of 1,486 residents expressing agreement. Regarding the broader urban subdivision planning adjustment, 69.2% of respondents agreed. However, residents in areas such as the Dam Trau urban area raised concerns regarding livelihoods and residential stability. Community feedback emphasized the need for clarity on resettlement plans for established residential areas, the protection of existing infrastructure, and the assessment of development impacts on dike safety and flood control.

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