As of November 2024, Hanoi has 9 industrial zones in operation, covering a total area of 1,670.6 hectares[2]. Additionally, 3 industrial zones have been established and are in the process of infrastructure development, including Quang Minh II Industrial Zone (160 hectares); Hanoi Bio-High-Tech Park (200.6 hectares); and Soc Son Clean Industrial Zone (302.8 hectares)[3]. These industrial zones have attracted 706 active projects, including 301 FDI projects with over 6.4 billion USD in registered capital, and 405 domestic projects with nearly 19,000 billion VND[4]. The development direction for industrial zones in the coming years will focus on key and leading industries such as information technology, new materials, manufacturing, supporting industries, electronics, precision mechanics, medical instruments, and pharmaceuticals[5].

In 2025, Ha Noi approved a comprehensive land use plan featuring thousands of projects to reshape the city[6]. The strategy focuses on expanding transportation infrastructure, housing, and urban areas to meet the needs of a growing population[7]. Environmental improvement initiatives are integral to the plan, focusing on renovating tourist sites, constructing reservoirs, and enhancing water treatment facilities to support agriculture and improve living conditions[8]. It also includes investments in environmental improvements, public services, and social welfare facilities like schools and hospitals[9]. These initiatives collectively aim to transform Hanoi’s urban landscape, bolster economic development, and enhance the quality of life for its citizens.

노동 시장

As of 2023, Hanoi has a workforce of approximately 4.1 million people out of a total population of 8.5 million, making it the second largest workforce in the country[10]. Of this, 30.3% are highly educated with university degrees or higher, while around 20.3% have secondary, intermediate, or college-level education[11].

Labor force by educational qualifications (2023) (%)

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A significant portion of Hanoi’s labor force engages in service and sales-related roles, alongside technical and skilled professions. Besides, simple occupations[12] also account for a notable share of the workforce.

Labor structure by occupation (2023) (%)

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As of October 2023, the average monthly income of workers in Hanoi reached 10.7 million VND[13]. Wages have increased across most types of businesses[14]. In 2024, wages in foreign direct investment (FDI) enterprises are expected to rise by 6.76%, while other types of businesses will see increases ranging from 7.14% to 7.35%[15]. State-owned enterprises and state-controlled joint-stock companies have an average salary of 7.5 million VND per month, while private enterprises pay 7.3 million VND, and FDI enterprises offer the highest average at 7.9 million VND per month[16].

경제 환경

Hanoi’s Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) grew by 6.52% in 2024, reaching nearly 59 billion USD, the second-largest in the country. GRDP per capita was projected to be 163.5 million VND, an 8.8% increase from 2023[17]. The service sector made up 65.6% of the GRDP, while industry and construction accounted for 22.79%[18]. Development investment rose by 10.5%, with state-managed investment increasing by 38.7%[19].

Tourism is becoming a key economic sector, placing Hanoi among the top 10 cities with the fastest-growing tourism in the world, and 15th in the list of the most popular travel destinations globally[20]. In 2023, Hanoi welcomed 24 million visitors, including 20 million domestic tourists and 4 million international visitors[21].

Digital economy is one of the key sectors that Ha Noi is planning to reinforce during this period. According to Hanoi’s Digital Transformation Program, by 2030, the city aims to become the national hub for innovative startups, ranking among the top three in digital transformation, IT technology, competitiveness, innovation, and cybersecurity[22]. Hanoi aims to surpass 20 billion USD in digital economy revenue in 2025, focusing on developing over 200 science and technology businesses and promoting digital and creative economies[23]. At the same time, the city targets over 50% of businesses engaging in innovation, equivalent to around 150,000 out of 210,000 active businesses[24].

To achieve this, Hanoi will support businesses in technology application, digital transformation, and adopting advanced standards to enhance production capacity[25]. The city plans to expand high-tech industrial and agricultural zones and implement new growth models, including green, circular, urban, and shared economies[26].

Besides, Hanoi is promoting private investment in key industries, focusing on high-tech, eco-friendly sectors like semiconductors, AI, energy transition, electronics, and biotechnology[27]. It aims to restart at least 50% of slow-moving projects, increase domestic investment by over 18%, and attract around 3 billion USD in FDI[28].

투자 기회

After 15 years of administrative expansion, Hanoi remains one of the top cities in Vietnam for attracting foreign direct investment (FDI). In 2024, Hanoi attracted 2.162 billion USD in FDI, a 30% increase compared to 2023, ranking 5th nationwide[29]. The sectors drawing the most investment are real estate, followed by manufacturing, trade, services, construction, and science and technology[30]. Notably, the Lumi Hanoi apartment project on Thang Long Avenue, invested by Capital Land Group (Singapore) with 662 million USD, is one of the largest foreign investment projects registered in Vietnam in 2024[31].

The table below compiles some prominent FDI projects of Hanoi in recent years.

In recent years, Hanoi has prioritized attracting investment, particularly FDI, by providing favorable conditions including 10 years of land and water lease exemptions for strategic sectors, with a 50% reduction for the remaining period[32]. Businesses also enjoy a 5% corporate income tax rate, a 4-year tax exemption, and a 50% reduction for the following 9 years[33].

In 2025, Hanoi will review and resolve slow-moving projects, aiming to restart 50% of them and increase domestic investment outside the state budget by 18%[34]. The city will focus on attracting investment in high-tech sectors such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and the automobile industry, with a goal of reaching 3 billion USD in FDI[35].

결론

To sum up, Hanoi’s strategic location, expanding infrastructure, and focus on high-tech industries present strong opportunities for foreign investment. With growth in sectors like technology, real estate, and tourism, foreign investors can benefit from Hanoi’s incentives and evolving market, particularly in innovation and sustainability-driven industries.

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[12] This group includes occupations that require knowledge and experience for performing simple and repetitive tasks, often involving the use of hand tools and physical effort. Main tasks include street sales, guarding entrances and properties, cleaning, laundry, and general work in industries such as mining, agriculture, forestry, fishing, construction, and manufacturing.

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