Hanoi 15, July 15 -- Responding to Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's new directive on limiting the circulation of fossil fuel-powered motorbikes within Hanoi's Ring Road 1 starting July 1, 2026, the city is drafting a support mechanism to help replace approximately 450,000 such vehicles currently operating within its core area, said Vice chairman of the municipal People's Committee Duong Duc Tuan.

Tuan said the policy will offer financial assistance to encourage residents to switch from petrol motorbikes to electric ones. The plan will be tailored based on a detailed review of user groups and vehicle types to ensure a balanced and effective transition.

The Hanoi People's Committee is set to submit the proposed policy to the municipal Par...