Hanoi to Measure Citizen Happiness Index Through Public Perception
Hanoi will launch a survey to measure citizen happiness starting in 2026, with results to be announced annually on International Day of Happiness. This initiative aims to inform policy-making and enhance quality of life, reflecting Vietnam's one-party system's focus on citizen-centric governance and data-driven administration.
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