Ho Chi Minh City seeks Moscow’s expertise in metro development, smart urban management
Vietnam News 09:56 08/11/2026Ho Chi Minh City is looking to learn from Moscow’s experience in developing metro systems, managing urban traffic, and applying artificial intelligence (AI) to city governance as part of its efforts to strengthen cooperation with the Russian capital.
Vietnam approves $1.05bn bridge to boost Mekong Delta connectivity
Vietnam News 15:00 01/11/2026Vietnam's Ministry of Construction has approved a VND27.05 trillion (US$1.05 billion) investment policy for the Can Tho 2 Bridge project, which will connect major expressways in the Mekong Delta and carry both road and rail traffic.
Ho Chi Minh City forms expert panel to advise on strategic transport projects
Ho Chi Minh City 20:45 07/08/2026Ho Chi Minh City has established an expert advisory panel to provide consultation on four major transport infrastructure projects with a combined investment of about US$6.7 billion.
Vietnam and the 10% growth target
In-Depth 14:25 06/08/2026What Vietnam would need is a modern financing architecture shared among the state, private investors, and citizens.
Additional $3.3bn proposed for northern Vietnam railway project
Economy 14:17 06/08/2026The government has proposed increasing the investment budget for the Lao Cai-Hanoi-Hai Phong railway project in northern Vietnam by more than VND86 trillion (US$3.3 billion).
$9.6bn infrastructure pipeline expected to reshape eastern Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 10:47 27/07/2026Ho Chi Minh City is preparing to roll out a series of major infrastructure projects worth a combined VND251.443 trillion (US$9.55 billion) to transform its eastern area into a strategic growth hub.
Why Vietnam's next economic leap depends on smarter airport infrastructure
Economy 14:00 24/07/2026Vietnam is entering a defining chapter in its economic development.
Chinese infrastructure giant offers upfront financing for Ho Chi Minh City projects
Ho Chi Minh City 17:36 12/06/2026China’s Pacific Construction Group, one of the world's top 500 companies, has pledged to provide upfront financing for infrastructure projects in Ho Chi Minh City if they face funding difficulties.
Strategic infrastructure in Ho Chi Minh City’s Thu Thiem gains momentum under new mechanisms
Ho Chi Minh City 13:48 27/03/2026Situated at the eastern gateway of Ho Chi Minh City, Thu Thiem New Urban Area, which has long held a pivotal role as a key connector between the city and the southeastern region, is now entering a decisive phase, marked by the simultaneous roll-out of multiple large-scale infrastructure projects under new mechanisms.
Vietnam targets over $5.5bn in foreign loans for infrastructure in 2026 amid lagging disbursement
Economy 13:25 18/01/2026Vietnam plans to mobilize more than US$5.5 billion in foreign loans in 2026 to finance major national infrastructure projects, the Ministry of Finance said, noting that disbursement of the funds has been slow.
Vietnam’s Vingroup expands into green energy, infrastructure
Economy 12:36 12/08/2025Vingroup, one of Vietnam’s largest private conglomerates, on Tuesday announced its expansion into two new strategic sectors, including infrastructure and green energy, apart from its existing pillars of technology and industry, commercial services, and social philanthropy.
Slow progress at An Phu Intersection project in Ho Chi Minh City despite 6-month deadline
Ho Chi Minh City 11:56 15/06/2025The An Phu Intersection project in Ho Chi Minh City has only six months left to meet its scheduled completion by the end of 2025, but many components are still progressing slowly, with some areas nearly at a standstill.