On the afternoon of October 22, concluding the 3rd meeting of the Steering Committee for Nuclear Power Plant Construction (the Committee), Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Head of the Committee, directed the acceleration of the Ninh Thuan Nuclear Power Plant projects (Khanh Hoa Province) to meet the nation’s energy demands in the new era.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Head of the Steering Committee for Nuclear Power Plant Construction, chaired the Committee’s third meeting. Photo: TTXVN
During the meeting, the Committee reviewed task implementation progress and proposed future measures to advance nuclear power plant construction, aligning with national development goals.
In his concluding remarks, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh instructed relevant ministries, agencies, and local authorities to compile legal obstacles into a draft resolution for National Assembly approval, ensuring a robust legal framework for the Ninh Thuan Nuclear Power Plants.
Khanh Hoa Province was tasked with developing resettlement projects, providing fair compensation, and ensuring residents’ living standards in new locations match or exceed those of their previous homes. Public awareness campaigns will also be conducted to encourage land concessions for the project.
The Prime Minister directed the Ministry of Finance to allocate an additional VND 9 trillion, as requested by Khanh Hoa Province, for land clearance.
Negotiations with Nuclear Power Partners Emphasize “Mutual Benefits and Shared Risks”
The Prime Minister urged ministries and agencies to actively negotiate and finalize the agreement with Russia on the Ninh Thuan 1 Nuclear Power Plant, emphasizing mutual benefits and shared risks. The agreement must adhere to IAEA standards, the Vienna Convention on Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage, and Vietnam’s specific conditions.
“Complete negotiations on the Ninh Thuan 1 Nuclear Power Plant cooperation agreement with Russia and finalize legal frameworks by November 2025. Conclude discussions with Japanese partners on Ninh Thuan 2 and report to the Politburo on the implementation of Resolution 70 regarding national energy security by 2030, with a vision to 2045,” the Prime Minister instructed.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh directed Vietnam Electricity (EVN) to expedite the pre-feasibility study and technical design for Ninh Thuan 1, enabling competent authorities to make informed decisions.
The Vietnam National Oil and Gas Group (PVN) was tasked with developing the investment project for Ninh Thuan 2 and coordinating with relevant bodies to resolve outstanding issues.
The Ministry of Education and Training, in collaboration with EVN and PVN, will identify workforce requirements in terms of quantity, expertise, and qualifications for the nuclear power plants.
Vietnam’s Economy Reaches a Milestone: $510 Billion GDP
Vietnam’s economy has proven its resilience against external shocks, consistently maintaining one of the highest growth rates globally.
Prime Minister Directs Completion of Can Tho Oncology Hospital Project by End of 2026
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has mandated the completion of the Can Tho Oncology Hospital project by November 30, 2026, at the latest, emphasizing zero tolerance for any negative practices during its execution.
Prime Minister: 600 Trillion VND Allocated for Mekong Delta Transportation Infrastructure During This Term
On the afternoon of October 19th, in Can Tho, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a conference on the implementation status of expressway projects in the Mekong Delta region.
Prime Minister Inspects Delayed Hospital and Social Housing Projects in Can Tho
Following a constituent engagement program, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh inspected the Hung Phu Ward Administrative Center on October 19th. He also surveyed the Nam Long 2 social housing project and urged progress on the long-delayed Can Tho Oncology Hospital project.
Prime Minister: Eliminate Red Tape, Reduce Administrative Burdens on Businesses
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed all ministries and sectors to thoroughly review existing regulations, eliminating redundant procedures and preventing the emergence of unnecessary sub-licenses. This initiative aims to reduce costs and streamline compliance processes for businesses, ensuring their products and goods meet standard regulations efficiently.
