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Parliament issues resolution on construction of North-South high-speed railway
The estimated cost of the project is put at more than VNĐ1.7 quadrillion (US$66.7 billion), coming from the State budget allocated over multiple mid-term investment planning periods, along with other legal sources.
Parliament issued resolution on construction of North-South high-speed railway
The estimated cost of the project is put at more than VNĐ1.7 quadrillion (US$66.7 billion), coming from the State budget allocated over multiple mid-term investment planning periods, along with other legal sources.

Lào Cai-Hà Nội-Hải Phòng railway line to start construction in 2025
As requested by the Government, the ministry must disburse at least 95 per cent of the capital in 2024, which means about VNĐ23 trillion needs to be allocated in the remaining month of the year.
Vietnam, China ink protocol on railway transport cooperation
A protocol related to railway transport cooperation between Vietnam and China was signed at the 44th Vietnam-China border railway conference held in Hanoi on December 12.
Hà Nội plans to build nearly 600km of urban railway by 2045
The initiative is aimed at reducing traffic congestion, improving transportation infrastructure, boosting the city’s socio-economic growth and mitigating environmental pollution.
Transport ministry vows readiness to implement $67-billion North-South high speed railway
The North-South high-speed railway project has a total investment of VNĐ1.7 quadrillion (US$67 billion), making it the largest infrastructure investment in Việt Nam's history.

Long-term vision, thorough preparations crucial to urban railway projects: PM
The goal is to devise urban railway planning, and transportation planning at the broader level, with a long-term strategy that minimises the need for land clearance and the impacts on the local population, security, defence, and other socio-economic aspects.
PM orders development of modern railway systems in major cities
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 5 laid stress on the development of modern railway systems in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, saying it is a significant move to settle traffic congestion and environmental pollution while promoting economic growth in the two major cities.
Inner railway station removal project set to begin
The central city of Đà Nẵng has allocated total funds of more than VNĐ9 trillion to move the station from downtown, building new stations for passengers and freight within a new transport system.
Domestic firms seize opportunities to join North-South high-speed railway project
A seminar to discuss opportunities and challenges for Vietnamese businesses in joining the North-South high-speed railway project was held in Hanoi on November 19, attracting the participation of representatives from the Ministry of Transport and businesses.
Beach hub calls investment on urban railway system
The central city of Đà Nẵng has called for investment on an urban railway route connecting the Đà Nẵng International Airport and tourism beach of Mỹ Khê on 14.9km in the Master Plan 2021-30, vision 2050.
Specific policies proposed for North-South high-speed railway project
The Government has recently submitted to the National Assembly a proposal, with many specific policies, for investment in the North-South high-speed railway project.
VRA proposes over $7.2b for Lào Cai-Hà Nội-Hải Phòng-Quảng Ninh Railway project
The project aims to meet the growing demand for rail and to maximise the line’s capacity.
Second tunnel of Khe Nét railway renovation project cleared
The railway renovation project in the Khe Nét pass area, part of the Hà Nội-HCM City railway line, began in April 2024, has tunnel with length of 580m and tunnel No. 2 with length of 355m.
Hà Nội-Lào Cai passenger trains resume operations
The trains, popular with visitors, will run at slower speeds due to safety reasons.
Shortest possible route selected for North-South high-speed railway
The route also meets technical requirements for a maximum gradient and curve radius that will ensure a smooth ride for passengers.
New $7-billion railway line to boost transport capacity across ten provinces in northern region
The line, which will cross ten provinces, will extend approximately 427km, beginning at Lào Cai station, where it connects with the Chinese railway and end at Hạ Long station, part of the Kép-Hạ Long line.
HCM City proposes retaining surplus budget for urban railway development
HCM City has proposed to retain all surplus budget revenue from 2026 to 2030 to fund urban railway projects.
48km railway proposed to connect HCM City with Long Thành airport
A 48-km railway line linking HCM City to the under-construction Long Thành airport in neighbouring Đồng Nai Province will be built between 2026 and 2029, costing VNĐ84.7 trillion (US$3.42 billion).
Vietnam wants to learn from China’s railway construction experience: Deputy PM
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha received leaders of the China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) and the China Railway 16th Bureau Group Co., Ltd. (CRCC16) in Hanoi on October 11.
Prioritising resources for the North-South high speed railway : Party
The high speed line is a crucial accelerator for the national economy, said Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà.

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