The Institute of Vietnamese Studies and Development Sciences under the Vietnam National University (VNU) in Hanoi has announced its decision to establish a centre for Hanoi studies and development which is expected to boost the capital’s growth.

VNU Director Phung Xuan Nha said the centre is tasked with directing scientific research and training human resources to facilitate Hanoi’s sustainable growth.

It will focus on examining the city’s development plans; exploring social science and humanities issues under economic, social, and environmental aspects; and establishing international cooperation in the field of urban development.

Nguyen Van Suu, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee, said the capital’s current development required the field of Hanoi studies to expand, providing a scientific basis for planning and implementing development strategies and policies.

He said he hoped this move would also boost cooperation on scientific research and personnel training between the VNU and Hanoi’s authorities.-VNA