A sudden surge in fuel prices and supply shortages caused by the conflict in the Middle East are placing unprecedented pressure on the construction of major transport infrastructure projects. Many construction fronts are having to scale back operations, risking failure to meet their scheduled deadlines.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on March 5 called for strongest possible efforts to accelerate transport infrastructure development, stressing its crucial role in helping Viet Nam achieve double-digit economic growth in 2026.

Across the former imperial capital city of Hue, from the urban core to the sea gateways, lagoon areas and the aviation hub, a series of major transport projects are gradually being completed, reshaping the city’s infrastructure landscape and providing a strong boost to its socio-economic growth.

In the closing days of 2025, construction officially commenced on a project to upgrade and expand the transport infrastructure system within the Dung Quat Economic Zone (Quang Ngai province). This was one of the province’s flagship projects to celebrate the 14th National Party Congress and also a key infrastructure development, laying the foundation for attracting investment into Dung Quat.

The completion of more than 3,000 kilometres of the North–South Expressway marks a major “sprint” in Viet Nam’s transport infrastructure development, creating a seamless national connectivity axis and opening up new growth momentum for the economy.

Hoang Quoc Khanh, former Secretary of the Son La provincial Party Committee, has been appointed to join the Party Committee of Lang Son province and its Standing Board, and serve as Secretary of the committee for the 2025-2030 tenure from October 15, 2025.

The projects include 59 in transport infrastructure, 44 in civil and urban works, 57 in industry, and 36 in technical infrastructure. A highlight is Viettel’s Research and Development Centre in Ho Chi Minh City, valued at 10 trillion VND, which will focus on semiconductors, AI, and data.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on July 31 called on ministries, sectors, and localities to make every effort to meet the expressway and coastal road development targets set by the 13th National Party Congress, aiming to report strong results to the upcoming 14th National Party Congress.