Hanoi will launch a low-emission zone in 2026, restricting gas-powered motorbikes to cut pollution, expanding citywide by 2030.

Hanoi will launch a pilot low-emission zone in nine wards within Ring Road 1 starting July 2026, restricting gasoline-powered motorbikes during certain hours or in specific areas to reduce air pollution. The program will expand to all areas inside Ring Road 1 and parts of Ring Road 2 by January 1, 2028, and cover all areas within Ring Road 3—36 wards and communes—by 2030. The move targets Hanoi’s severe air quality issues, driven by over 8 million vehicles, including 6.9 million motorbikes. The initiative is part of broader efforts to improve urban air quality and promote sustainable transportation.