Hanoi Granted Unprecedented Autonomy under New Capital Law 2026
The amended Capital Law, effective July 2026, grants Hanoi unprecedented autonomy in urban planning, governance, and economic management. By shifting from administrative decentralization to comprehensive empowerment, the city gains the authority to pilot new policies and establish special economic zones, aiming to accelerate urban development and improve administrative efficiency.
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