Hanoi's Rapid Reshaping: Progress Without Consent? The transformation of Hanoi is happening at an alarming rate, with entire city blocks disappearing overnight to make way for new infrastructure projects.
The city's 100 year master plan aims to double its population by 2045 and propel Vietnam into the ranks of developed nations. While ambitious goals are commendable, their execution raises concerns.
Behind the grand visions of bridges, subway lines, and riverside developments lies a harsh reality for hundreds of thousands of residents.