The People's Committee of the north  central province of Ha Tinh has formally proposed that the Ministry of Construction prioritize funding or incorporate the upgrade of a 26-kilometer stretch of National Highway 1A into the medium-term public investment plan for the 2026-2030 period. The section passes through the province's Ky Anh town and the Vung Ang Economic Zone 

With an estimated investment of approximately VND1.540 trillion ($60.2 million), the project promises to much improve Ha Tinh’s transportation infrastructure.

Upgrading National Highway 1A will ensure seamless connectivity with the region's network of national highways.

The project aligns with Vietnam’s national road network development plan for 2021-2030, with a vision toward 2050, as outlined in Decision No. 1454/QD-TTg approved by the Prime Minister on September 1, 2021.

Beyond improving traffic flow and reducing congestion and accidents, the initiative will significantly boost socio-economic development in Ha Tinh province.

By strengthening links between industrial parks, seaports, and commercial hubs, the upgraded highway will serve as a catalyst for industrial growth, trade expansion, and overall prosperity in the region.