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Vietnam’s National Assembly discussed investment plans for three expressway projects on November 10. The routes total about 430.5 km, with preliminary investment of VND 162.393 trillion. The government plans to allocate VND 119.389 trillion from the central budget during 2026–2030 and will study how to fund the remainder.
Vietnam’s National Assembly discussed proposals for three expressways. Lawmakers broadly supported the projects but raised concerns about Lai Châu’s proposed contribution of more than VND 2 trillion, equivalent to 38.7% of its 2026–2030 local budget funding plan. They called for a review of local funding capacity, central support and the routes’ connections.
Vietnam’s National Assembly approved the 2027 central budget allocation on November 9, earmarking more than VND 80 trillion for salary reform and VND 69 trillion for central budget reserves. The resolution also sets out transfers to local budgets and a reserve to safeguard national finances.
Can Tho is advancing land acquisition procedures for the Can Tho 2 Bridge and its approach roads. The Ministry of Construction has approved the investment proposal for the project, which will cost more than VND 27.05 trillion. Construction is planned to begin in 2027 and take five years. The bridge will carry both road traffic and a future railway.
