A groundbreaking ceremony for the Bao Lac Medical Center in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang was held on December 29, 2025.
The project is a joint effort by the Ministry of National Defense, Army Corps 20, and the provincial government.
The project has a total investment of VND200 billion (nearly $7.6 million) and a capacity of 110 beds. Once operational, it will provide medical examination, treatment, and healthcare services for over 80,000 residents in the region.
Speaking at the ceremony, General Phan Van Giang, Politburo member and Minister of National Defense, emphasized that the Bao Lac Medical Center is a key project within the framework of the 85th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh’s first return to Vietnam, after 30 years since he left the country in 1911, to lead the revolution for the national independence (January 28, 1941 – January 28, 2026). It also serves as a major initiative to welcome the 14th National Party Congress.
The General directed that the construction must be carried out at "great speed" while maintaining "sustainable quality." He strictly ordered that no loss, waste, or corruption occur during the process. The project aims for completion by November 20, 2026, ahead of the original schedule.
According to Mr. Le Hai Hoa, Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee, the medical center is of vital importance for healthcare in highland and border areas.
Upon completion, the Center will significantly improve the quality of healthcare services for local and neighboring populations. It will strengthen medical capacity in border regions, enhance the ability to respond to natural disasters and epidemics, and narrow the gap in healthcare access between different regions—ultimately contributing to the long-term stability and improved quality of life for the local people.
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