Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction (MoC) has proposed a USD6.4 billion plan to widen 1,144 km of the North-South Expressway (Eastern section) to six lanes, prioritizing the Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City segment. The expansion aims to enhance capacity, improve traffic safety, and align with expressway standards.
The expressway, spanning 2,063 km from Lang Son to Ca Mau, was initially developed in limited phases. The proposed project will complete roadbeds and ensure continuous emergency stopping lanes. The plan supports economic growth targets, with Vietnam aiming for 8 per cent GDP growth in 2025 and double-digit expansion from 2026 onward.