Pilot programs pave the way for nationwide expansion of electronic toll collection (ETC) systems, eliminating physical barriers and streamlining traffic flow.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha's directive signals a rigorous review process for BOT projects, urging comprehensive evaluations to address persisting challenges in transport infrastructure investments.
The Ministry of Transport will continue to simplify administrative procedures to ensure a satisfaction rate of at least 75 per cent among people and enterprises.
To promote the implementation of the government’s national target program on building new rural areas in the 2021-2025 period, the Ministry of Transport (MoT) will mobilize all resources to invest in the development of infrastructure and rural transport networks to complete rural transport works ahead of schedule.
According to the Ministry of Transport, the government is prioritizing the allocation of more than VND9.7 trillion ($410.8 million) of medium-term public investment capital to invest in three transitional projects from the previous phase and start six new projects that will upgrade sections of transport infrastructure passing through south-central Binh Dinh province. The three transitional projects from the previous phase include a project to strengthen traffic connections in the central highlands, complete essential railway works on the Vinh - Nha Trang line, and upgrade poor bridges and pillars on the North - South railway line. The six new projects include sections from Quang Ngai - Hoai Nhon, Hoai Nhon - Quy Nhon, and Quy Nhon - Chi Thanh of the new North-South Expressway, National Highway No. 19, expanding National Highway No. 1, and renovating and upgrading the Vinh - Nha Trang railway line.