The Grand Opening of a Project that Could Help Vietnam and Cambodia Reap $20 Billion

This is the International Gate of Tan Nam and Meun Chey, a significant border crossing between Vietnam and Cambodia.

Recently, a joint delegation from Tay Ninh province (Vietnam) and Prey Veng province (Cambodia) held a bilateral exchange meeting to inspect the preparation work for the upcoming inauguration of this crucial border gate. The meeting was chaired by Mr. Nguyen Hong Thanh, Vice Chairman of the Tay Ninh People’s Committee, and Mr. Pich Sotharoth, Vice Governor of Prey Veng province.

During the meeting, the representatives from both provinces discussed crucial aspects related to the inauguration event, including the proposed location for the ceremony, the ribbon-cutting position, the guest list, the event program, the proposed timeline, coordination plans, and security arrangements.

It is anticipated that the inauguration of the Tan Nam – Meun Chey International Gate will take place between October 20th and 30th, with a national-level celebration jointly organized and hosted by Tay Ninh and Prey Veng provinces at the respective gate areas in each country.

The inauguration event will feature an artistic program, the announcement of the Government’s resolution, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and a demonstration of cross-border immigration and customs procedures.

Speaking at the meeting, Mr. Nguyen Hong Thanh, Vice Chairman of Tay Ninh People’s Committee, emphasized that the inauguration of this border gate will foster international cooperation and deeper economic integration while strengthening defense, security, and border diplomacy.

Mr. Thanh requested that the relevant departments, localities, and units fulfill their assigned tasks as per the plan, coordinating closely with Prey Veng province (Cambodia) to ensure the security, safety, and solemnity of the inauguration event.

Mr. Pich Sotharoth, Vice Governor of Prey Veng province (Cambodia), affirmed the province’s readiness to cooperate closely with Tay Ninh province to ensure the successful implementation of the inauguration of the Tan Nam – Meun Chey International Gate as per the agreed plan. This joint endeavor reflects the political determination and spirit of friendly cooperation between the two provinces, aiming to promote trade, enhance cooperation, and foster the development of Tay Ninh and Prey Veng.

The Border Gate Facilitates Trade and Exchange

The Tan Nam – Meun Chey International Gate is expected to facilitate the movement of people and goods between the two countries, promote development cooperation and friendly exchanges, and ultimately improve the livelihoods of border residents. Additionally, this border gate will contribute to strengthening the traditional friendship and neighborly relations between Vietnam and Cambodia.

In reality, the Tan Nam International Gate construction project (located in Tan Bien district, Tay Ninh province) opposite Cambodia’s Meun Chay gate in Prey Veng province, has a total investment of VND 274 billion (approximately USD 11.7 million), with funding from the central budget and the provincial budget. The project is under the management of the Tay Ninh Provincial Project Management Unit.

The Tan Nam International Gate project comprises five main items: the national gate, the integrated control station, a square and ceremony area, the border control station, the main road axis, and technical infrastructure (electricity, water, fire protection, and firefighting). Notably, the design and architectural style of all items prioritize solemnity, symbolism, and national and cultural identity, while also harmonizing with the landscape and investment scale.