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Hanoi softens gasoline motorcycle curbs with phased rollout

Authorities in Hanoi, Vietnam, have introduced a revised plan to restrict gasoline-powered motorcycles, opting for a phased and less disruptive approach compared to previous proposals. The policy aims to address rising air pollution while managing the practical challenges of enforcing such restrictions in a city where motorbikes are a dominant mode of transportation.

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A street in Hanoi filled with motorbikes, which dominate the city's transport. Authorities are seeking to curb gasoline-powered vehicles as part of efforts to tackle worsening air pollution.  (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)

MAI NGUYEN and YUJI NITTA

June 17, 2026 11:52 JST

HANOI -- Authorities in Vietnam's capital have unveiled a revised road map for restricting gasoline-powered motorcycles, adopting a softer, more gradual approach to avoid major disruption in one of the world's largest motorbike cities.

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Hanoi softens gasoline motorcycle curbs with phased rollout

Authorities in Hanoi, Vietnam, have introduced a revised plan to restrict gasoline-powered motorcycles, opting for a phased and less disruptive approach compared to previous proposals. The policy aims to address rising air pollution while managing the practical challenges of enforcing such restrictions in a city where motorbikes are a dominant mode of transportation.

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