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Minibuses, electric vehicles to ease traffic around Saigon Railway Station

HCM City has approved a Ministry of Transport proposal to operate minibuses to Saigon Railway Station in District 3 to gradually reduce private vehicles and ease traffic on the congested streets around it.

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Hà Nội's urban railway line 2 project to be completed by 2031
The reason for adjusting the timings is that the process of reviewing, examining and appraising the project adjustment has lasted from 2012 until now and has not been completed, so the construction and equipment packages of the project have not been actioned.
Hà Nội's urban railway line 2 project to be completed by 2031 instead of 2015
The reason for adjusting the timings is that the process of reviewing, examining and appraising the project adjustment has lasted from 2012 until now and has not been completed, so the construction and equipment packages of the project have not been actioned.

Proposal for VNĐ700 billion spend to solve railway bottlenecks
The Việt Nam Railway Administration has proposed spending hundreds of billions of dong from 2026-2031 to resolve railway bottlenecks, ensuring traffic safety and facilitating transportation.
Positive signs for implementing North-South high-speed railway project
After several rounds of feedback from ministries, sectors, and experts, the Ministry of Transport is finalising the proposal for the construction of the North-South high-speed railway, as the funding plan for the project has shown positive signs, Deputy Minister of Transport Nguyen Danh Huy has said.
Nhổn-Hà Nội station urban railway line carries 34,184 passengers on first day of operation
This figure surpasses the record set by the Cát Linh – Hà Đông railway line, the first one to be operational in Hà Nội and in the country, which saw 25,680 passengers on the opening day.
Nhổn – Hà Nội Railway Station urban railway line’s commercial operations officially launched
The elevated segment, extending from Nhổn area to Cầu Giấy District, consists of eight stations: Nhổn (S1); Minh Khai (S2); Phú Diễn (S3); Cầu Diễn (S4); Lê Đức Thọ (S5); Đại Học Quốc Gia (S6); Chùa Hà (S7) and Cầu Giấy (S8).

Nhổn-Hà Nội Railway Station metro begins commercial operations Thursday, offering free rides for first 15 days
Following the initial period, the standard monthly fare will be VNĐ200,000 (US$8). A 50 per cent discount will be available for students and industrial workers.
Deputy PM requires the master planning of the urban railway network with a century-long vision
Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà urged Hà Nội and HCM City to expedite the opening of the elevated sections of the Nhổn-Hà Nội Station and Bến Thành-Suối Tiên metro lines ahead of schedule.
VNR proposes allocating $50.7m for urgent reinforcement of high-risk railway works
These crucial projects will be part of the mid-term public investment capital plan for the railways for 2026-2030.
Council set up to review railway lines, plans in Hà Nội
A planning appraisal council for railway lines and stations across Hà Nội has been established by the Ministry of Transport.
Đà Lạt railway station recognised as tourist destination
The Đà Lạt railway station in the resort city of Đà Lạt, which has captured visitors’ hearts with its unique architecture and ambience, was officially named a tourist destination of the Central Highlands province of Lâm Đồng at a ceremony on July 11.
PM urges thorough study for North-South high-speed railway project
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on July 11 requested relevant ministries and agencies to consult experts and scientists, and learn from international experiences to quickly complete the building of the North-South high-speed railway project.
Ninh Bình, railway sector team up to develop tourism
The Tourism Department in the northern province of Ninh Bình and the Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR) recently signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation for 2024-2030, aiming to attract more train passengers to local destinations.
Tourism authorities launch video clip promoting rail travel
The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT)'s information centre officially launched a promotional video for railway tourism on July 9 in conjunction with the 64th founding anniversary of the sector in Vietnam (1960-2024).
Vietnam debuts video clip promoting railway tourism
The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) on July 9 launched a video clip promoting the country’s railway tourism as a product that is expected to bring an interesting experience for travelers.
Việt Nam seeks railway project cooperation with China
The North-South High-Speed Rail project, which spans over 1,500 km, is expected to be implemented in 2026-2027.
Nhổn - Hà Nội Railway project misses deadline for the 13th time
This is the thirteenth delay for a project that began in September 2010 and was originally slated for completion in 2015.
Violations of railway safety corridors remains persistent issue
Just 777 out of 4,093 (less than 20 per cent) of unauthorised rail track crossings in urban areas have been stopped over the past five years.
Violations of railway safety corridors is persistent
Just 777 out of 4,093 (less than 20 per cent) of unauthorised rail track crossings in urban areas have been stopped over the past five years.
More trains canceled due to landslide in Chi Thanh railway tunnel
Vietnam Railways (VNR) yesterday informed that the landslide in Chi Thanh Tunnel caused cancellation of several trains from Hanoi, HCMC, Da Nang City, Nha Trang City.
Tourists explore Da Lat’s night scene with new railway services
The Da Lat - Trai Mat railway night services have been officially operational starting on June 4 to provide a new experience for tourists to gain a better sense of Da Lat’s beauty at night.

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