As part of his inspection of two expressways in the Mekong Delta, on December 15, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with ministries, localities, investors, project management boards, and contractors.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh inspects the construction progress of the Can Tho – Hau Giang Expressway. Photo: VGP
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In his conclusion, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh reiterated that the Mekong Delta has two bottlenecks in infrastructure and human resources. The Party and State are committed to addressing and removing these bottlenecks for the region, with a suitable timeline and strategy that aligns with the country’s circumstances.
According to the plan, by 2030, the Mekong Delta will have 1,200 kilometers of expressways, and we must be determined to achieve this goal.
The Prime Minister insisted on maintaining the deadline, stating that by December 31, 2025, the North-South Expressway in the eastern region (from Cao Bang – Lang Son to Ca Mau) must be fully operational. This is a matter of national importance and the people’s expectation. Additionally, he proposed the study and implementation of the Ca Mau – Dat Mui (approximately 80 km) expressway, with Ca Mau taking the lead and receiving support and capital allocation from the Central Government. It is hoped that construction can commence next year.
 The Prime Minister speaks at the meeting. Photo: VGP
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The Prime Minister instructed the relevant localities, especially Tien Giang, to immediately inspect the licensing of quarries and the pricing of construction materials. He emphasized taking strict action against individuals causing delays and addressing any signs of corruption. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment was urged to promptly guide the new Law on Geology and Minerals, along with other ministries, to provide specific guidance and close coordination. The concerned localities must complete the licensing procedures for sand, gravel, and stone quarries by December 2024, while also focusing on immediate implementation to ensure a sufficient supply of common construction materials for the projects, preventing corruption and bribery.
Regarding construction progress, as of now, the Can Tho – Ca Mau route has achieved 53% of the planned output for 2024 (still 8% behind schedule), with some contractors lagging. The Prime Minister instructed the Ministry of Transport to strongly direct the My Thuan Project Management Board and contractors to collaborate with localities to expedite the procedures for exploiting construction material quarries, ensuring sufficient reserves and capacity. He also emphasized the need to be more proactive and strengthen the workforce and equipment, taking advantage of favorable weather conditions to make up for lost time. Additionally, the Ministry of Transport should provide guidance on implementing proactive and aggressive construction measures to shorten the construction period.
The People’s Committee of Can Tho City was instructed to direct its departments and grassroots authorities to resolve and hand over 100% of the site clearance by December 2024.
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The Can Tho – Ca Mau Expressway is the final section of the North-South Expressway in the eastern region, stretching across the country. In the previous phase (2015-2020), 11 component projects totaling nearly 700 km were completed, and in the 2021-2025 phase, investments continue to ensure the completion of all 12 component projects, totaling approximately 730 km, by 2025. The Can Tho – Ca Mau Expressway comprises a main route of over 110.85 km and a 25.85 km connecting route. It is divided into two component projects: the Can Tho – Hau Giang section and the Hau Giang – Ca Mau section, with the My Thuan Project Management Board (under the Ministry of Transport) as the investor. The total investment is VND 27,523 billion, with construction starting on January 1, 2023, and completion expected by December 31, 2025. |
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