Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, Bui Xuan Cuong, has instructed the Department of Finance to urgently lead and collaborate with relevant departments, agencies, and units to review Vingroup’s proposal. The proposal focuses on studying the investment in a sea-crossing road connecting Can Gio and Ba Ria – Vung Tau (former).
The advisory and proposal process for the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee must be completed by October 10, 2025.
If the sea-crossing road is implemented, travel time between Can Gio and Vung Tau will be reduced to just 10 minutes.
Previously, Vingroup submitted a document to the Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, requesting permission to study the investment in a sea-crossing road connecting Can Gio and Ba Ria – Vung Tau (former) under the BT (Build-Transfer) model.
In the document, Vingroup highlighted that on June 11, the Prime Minister issued Decision 1125/QD-TTg approving the “Adjusted Master Plan for Ho Chi Minh City until 2040, with a vision to 2060.” This plan emphasizes the development of modern transportation infrastructure and enhancing intra-regional and inter-regional connectivity as a key strategic focus.
Following the merger of Ba Ria – Vung Tau province into Ho Chi Minh City, the need for a direct coastal connection has become increasingly urgent.
According to Vingroup, investing in the sea-crossing road will significantly reduce travel time, efficiently connect functional areas within the city, and drive economic, social, and commercial development while promoting sustainable urban expansion.
Can Gio is approximately 15 km from Vung Tau across the Gan Rai Bay. Currently, the shortest travel route between the two areas is by ferry, operating from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily, with a fare of 70,000 VND per trip.
Vingroup is currently developing the Can Gio coastal urban area, spanning 2,870 hectares and designed to accommodate nearly 230,000 residents. Additionally, the group has proposed investing in a metro line connecting Can Gio to the city center of Ho Chi Minh City.
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