Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi, is striving to issue 95% of its residential digital identities by October, implementing AI throughout government processes. The comprehensive plan, signed in late March 2026, emphasizes transitioning to online meetings, electronic signatures, and shared data platforms, all aimed at making the city’s administration more efficient and greener. Hanoi also seeks to increase its digital economy, with targets to digitize 22% of its gross regional domestic product and support small and medium enterprises with low-cost digital tools for AI marketing and accounting.
In addition, Hanoi plans to expand the national ID system, VNeID, across social and welfare services, while conducting studies on the social impacts of digitalization, including the digital divide and AI’s effect on employment. The city aims to preserve cultural assets in digital formats for commercialization and export, highlighting its commitment to integrating technology into various sectors.
Meanwhile, Egypt is focusing on modernizing its aviation industry, with plans to enhance airport infrastructure and passenger processing systems. Civil Aviation Minister Sameh El-Hefny announced the rollout of a fully digital travel system at Cairo International Airport, replacing paper passports with digital versions and preparing for phased implementation at other airports. The construction of Terminal 4 at Cairo Airport, expected to increase passenger capacity significantly, is underway to support growth.
"Egypt plans to expand its fleet by adding 34 aircraft by 2030-2031, and will incorporate advanced technologies to improve operational efficiency and passenger experience," said El-Hefny.
Egypt is also committed to sustainability, expanding solar energy at airports and exploring the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel to meet global emissions reduction goals. These efforts reflect the country’s broader strategy to enhance competitiveness and align with international environmental commitments, supporting its tourism growth and regional influence.
Both Hanoi and Cairo recognize that digital transformation and modernization are vital for future economic development, emphasizing technological innovation and sustainable infrastructure to stay competitive on the global stage.
