Brian Jeffrey
Ha Minh Hai, the Deputy Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee, has greenlit an extensive project to establish a centralized camera surveillance network throughout the city.
This project is slated for execution from 2025 to 2030 and aims to upgrade the Command and Traffic Operations Center, aligning with a governmental directive from the Prime Minister.
The goal is to bolster state oversight in various sectors while maintaining public safety and order in Hanoi.
The proposed system will feature over 40,000 cameras. This includes 12,000 PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras that allow for remote movement and zooming and about 28,000 fixed cameras.
Out of these, over 23,700 will focus on security and law enforcement, and nearly 16,250 will be used for traffic safety management, urban infrastructure oversight, environmental monitoring, and public safety. Approximately 230 cameras will be directed towards national defense.
Funding for the project will be sourced from various avenues, encompassing the state budget, private investments, and other legitimate financial sources, with a particular push for private sector contributions to bolster the surveillance system.
As it stands, Hanoi operates approximately 19,400 cameras, consisting of nearly 4,000 PTZ cameras and 16,000 fixed cameras across 33 different models.
Furthermore, around 100 surveillance points are strategically placed at primary gateways and thoroughfares to oversee traffic flow and uphold public order.
This major enhancement to Hanoi’s camera infrastructure signifies the city’s dedication to utilizing technology for better urban governance and safety for its citizens.
