Deputy Head of the Department of Traffic Infrastructure Management and Exploitation at the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction, Nguyen Kien Giang, shared insights during a press conference on the afternoon of November 6. Photo: Phan Anh
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According to Mr. Giang, there has been a significant surge in vehicles, particularly those traveling from Binh Duong and Vung Tau to Ho Chi Minh City, leading to severe congestion at gateway routes. Meanwhile, the city’s transportation infrastructure has struggled to keep pace with the rapid growth in vehicle numbers and travel demands. Many roads have narrow cross-sections, unsynchronized intersections, and a lack of public parking spaces, resulting in frequent overloads.
Additionally, ongoing construction projects on active roads have narrowed traffic lanes, exacerbating congestion in certain areas. Sidewalk encroachment, street vending, and limited adherence to traffic laws further complicate the traffic situation.
To alleviate these issues, Ho Chi Minh City is focusing on clearing infrastructure bottlenecks, especially at gateway areas. The city plans to implement four BOT projects, including National Highway 1 (Binh Chanh section), National Highway 22, National Highway 13, and the North-South Axis (Nguyen Huu Tho). Simultaneously, key projects such as the An Phu, My Thuy, and Tan Van intersections; Lien Phuong Road, Parallel Road to National Highway 50, Ring Road 3; and the Tham Luong – Ben Cat route are being expedited.
Long-term strategies include the Department of Construction collaborating with relevant agencies to advise the City People’s Committee on a transportation infrastructure development plan for 2026–2030. This plan will outline investment proposals for the Thu Thiem – Long Thanh railway line, connecting to Long Thanh International Airport, and preparations for nine urban rail projects.
Furthermore, the city will continue to enhance public passenger transport, regulate private vehicle usage, and leverage the Internet of Things (IoT) to build a smart transportation system, aiming for a synchronized and sustainable transport network.
– 20:36 06/11/2025
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