Hanoi greenlights investment in three major bridges across Red River

In mid-November, Hanoi People's Committee Office issued Document No. 532/TB-VP, which conveyed the conclusions of Chairman Thanh from a working session on the progress of investing in and constructing several key bridges across the Red River in the city.

Chairman Thanh has confirmed the decision to invest in three major bridges across the Red River between 2025 and 2030 and has delegated the necessary tasks to the concerned units.

Regarding the investment project for the Tu Lien Bridge and the associated road connecting this bridge to the Hanoi – Thai Nguyen Expressway, it has been agreed that the project will be funded with public investment.

Duong Duc Tuan, Vice Chairman of Hanoi People's Committee, has been tasked with collaborating with the Pacific Construction Group from China and the Vingroup Corporation to finalise the investment plan for the Tu Lien Bridge, ensuring the project is feasible, efficient, and carried out promptly.

To ensure timely progress, Hanoi Department of Planning and Investment is responsible for evaluating and submitting the pre-feasibility study report for approval by January 2025.

In mid-October, Vingroup submitted a proposal to Hanoi People's Committee to participate in the investment and construction of Tu Lien Bridge under a build-transfer contract model. Vingroup has committed to completing Tu Lien Bridge on schedule, with a focus on quality, aiming to make it one of the capital's iconic landmarks.

Tu Lien Bridge is a crucial infrastructure project within Hanoi's transportation plan for 2030, with a long-term vision extending to 2050.

The project will connect the west bank of the Red River along the Au Co - Nghi Tam route, encompassing Yen Phu and Tu Lien wards (Tay Ho district), to the east bank of the Red River in Dong Anh district. It will also provide a direct link to the Hanoi–Thai Nguyen Expressway and Beltway 3.

For Tran Hung Dao Bridge project and the road connecting both sides of the bridge, Chairman Thanh has agreed to use public investment funds.

Hanoi Department of Transport has been tasked with completing the pre-feasibility study report and submitting it for approval by February 2025. Simultaneously, Hanoi Department of Planning and Investment is responsible for proposing a funding arrangement, so the project can commence promptly and ensure effective investment.

Regarding the Ngoc Hoi Bridge project, the chairman has approved the use of public investment funds, including contributions from Hanoi's budget, Hung Yen province, and central government support.

Relevant departments have been assigned the task of organising a competition for the architectural design of the main bridge, ensuring its aesthetic appeal and integration with the surrounding landscape. The proposed designs must be submitted to Hanoi People's Committee by December 2024. Additionally, the pre-feasibility study report must be finalised and approved by January 2025.

According to the transportation plan for 2030, with a vision to 2050, Hanoi is set to have 18 major bridges crossing the Red River. The investment in and construction of these bridges will establish a connected network between both banks, facilitating economic and social development. This will also provide a transformative new outlook for the northern regions of the Red River.

Hanoi, in collaboration with the Vietnamese Embassy in South Africa, organised a forum to boost economic cooperation between the city and South Africa.

Hanoi is enhancing efforts to attract investment in digital technology, high technology, and electronic industry products, along with related ecosystems through the Hanoi Digitech 2024 event set to take place in the capital city.

Building on the successes of 2024, Hanoi enters 2025 with a clear vision for the new era, aiming for a state budget exceeding $21.04 billion, along with a strong determination to resolve the bottlenecks in public investment disbursement.