Urban Planning Towards Sustainable Development Goals: Strategies for Vietnamese Cities

November 8 is World Urbanisation Day, which also marks the date of the Vietnam Urban Sustainable Development Forum 2024, hosted by the Ministry of Construction. This is an annual international event with over 500 attendees, including leading experts, scientists, and businesses from both within and outside the country, who come together to discuss key issues and future directions for Vietnam’s urban development.

Hanoi and Red river’s journey – From then to now, and beyond

Hanoi, the captivating capital of Vietnam, is a city steeped in history and culture. Its name, meaning “River’s Embrace,” reflects its intimate relationship with the Red River and the numerous lakes that grace its landscape. These waterways have shaped Hanoi’s identity, providing sustenance, enabling transportation, and serving as a precious natural landscape amidst the bustling urban life.

Aiming for a sustainable urban planning that can prevent natural disasters and adapt to climate change

The history of the development of the Northern Red River Delta shows that we have achieved many remarkable successes in controlling the devastation of floods and inundation. However, under the impact of climate change, this form of natural disaster is becoming more severe and leaving unpredictable damage. This requires us to constantly innovate and upgrade our flood control strategies and solutions to develop sustainable cities and adapt well to climate change.

Humans of enCity: Marco Buinhas’s design journey – on Liveable and Loveable cities

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, the concept of a “livable and lovable city” has never been more relevant. As urbanisation continues to accelerate, creating environments where people can thrive, connect, and find joy becomes increasingly vital. Today, we invite you to meet enCity’s Design Director, Marco Buinhas, and get a glimpse into his decades-long city-loving endeavor.

Practical steps to heritage conservation

The People’s Committee of Ninh Binh province and Vietnam Urban Planning and Development Association (VUPDA) has co-organised a scientific conference titled “Managing and developing the ancient heritage city with UNESCO title – Theoretical awareness, institutional creation and local action” with the aim to identify common perspectives and promote policies in urban planning to preserve the character of heritage cities. The event was attended by more than 200 participants who are managers, scientists, leading experts in the fields of urban planning, tourism, history.

AI in Urban Planning and Design: Applications and Considerations

enCity Deputy CEO Trang Vuong presents in the plenary Special Session of the International Conference of Asian-Pacific Planning Societies 2024 in Seoul. Her presentation, “AI in Urban Planning and Design: Applications and Considerations”, showcases vibrant examples of innovative shifts in design and planning approaches in the age of AI.