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Vietnam unveils timeline for $67 billion high-speed railway

Vietnam’s long-planned North-South high-speed railway project is expected to complete feasibility study procedures and break ground sometime between the fourth quarter of 2026 and the fourth quarter of 2028.

Vietnam plans massive expressway expansion worth nearly $19 billion

Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction has submitted to the government a proposal to expand phased expressway projects nationwide in a bid to reduce congestion and meet growing socio-economic development needs across localities.

Hanoi’s 340km-long Ring Road 5 to pass through 7 localities, worth $10 billion

Ring Road 5 around the Capital Region has been identified as a national priority project, with authorities aiming to begin development during the 2026–30 period to strengthen regional transport links and support economic growth in northern Vietnam.

International terminal at Da Nang airport to triple boarding capacity

Da Nang has started a $58.8 million expansion of its international airport terminal to ease congestion and boost aviation capacity.

Hanoi launches $6.2 billion National Highway 1A urban corridor project

A major new urban corridor project along National Highway 1A is expected to reshape Hanoi’s transport network and unlock new development space.

Phan Thiet airport moves forward with multi-billion investment

A major infrastructure project begins construction, aiming to strengthen regional connectivity and economic growth in southern central Vietnam.

Two key Hanoi bridges targeted for completion in 2027

City leaders push for timely completion of Tu Lien and Tran Hung Dao bridges to ease congestion and drive development.

Construction of Hanoi–Quang Ninh high-speed railway set to kick off on April 12

A groundbreaking ceremony for the Hanoi – Quang Ninh high-speed railway project is scheduled to take place on April 12.

PM demands swift removal of hurdles in key railway projects

PM Pham Minh Chinh on March 18 requested ministries, sectors and localities to act more proactively, flexibly and effectively in implementing railway projects.

Ho Chi Minh City moves to kick off Ben Thanh–Thu Thiem metro next month

The southern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City ’s expanded urban rail network is planned to reach 1,024 km across 27 lines. To date, only two projects have been implemented.

Emergency construction approved for Gia Binh airport - Hanoi road

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved a proposal allowing Bac Ninh provincial authorities to implement the road project connecting Gia Binh International Airport with Hanoi under emergency construction procedures.

PM inspects construction progress of Gia Binh International Airport

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on March 7 inspected the progress of the Gia Binh International Airport project in the northern province of Bac Ninh and a road connecting the airport with Hanoi capital city.

National assembly chairman attends launch of key transport project in Dong Nai

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man attended the launch of a major infrastructure project in Dong Nai aimed at improving connectivity to the Ho Chi Minh City - Long Thanh - Dau Giay Expressway and boosting regional development.

Prime Minister: Zero tolerance for corruption in key national projects

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered strict oversight of major national transport projects, warning that corruption, waste and violations must be prevented at all costs as Vietnam accelerates highway development.

HCMC plans to break ground on 14 major transport infrastructure projects in 2026

Ho Chi Minh City plans to commence construction on 14 key transport infrastructure projects in 2026, as part of a broader list of 77 priority works scheduled for implementation during the 2026–2030 period.

HCM City submits plan to build Can Gio Bridge & Phu My 2 Bridge under PPP model

The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has submitted to the municipal People’s Council for approval of investment guidelines for the Can Gio and Phu My 2 bridge projects - two strategic transport works set to enhance regional connectivity.

HCM City seeks central approval for $4.3 billion sea-crossing road to Vung Tau

Ho Chi Minh City has submitted an urgent request for feedback from four central ministries on a proposed sea-crossing highway project valued at more than 104 trillion VND (approximately $4.3 billion).

Questions grow over the economic viability of Tran De mega-port

With an estimated investment reaching several billion dollars, the economic efficiency of the Tran De multi-billion-dollar Port remains a concern, especially as an alternative and more feasible option is already on the table.

Three global firms vie to design Gia Binh International Airport terminal

Vietnam’s Gia Binh International Airport project has captured global attention as architectural powerhouses Gensler, SOM, and Nikken Sekkei present cutting-edge designs for a future-ready passenger terminal.

Vietnam to begin nuclear power and railway megaprojects in early 2026

The Politburo has instructed immediate preparations for energy and transport megaprojects to boost sustainable development.