The World Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to infrastructure development in Vietnam, with a focus on transport and regional connectivity. 

World Bank has expressed interest in strengthening ties through projects such as the Mekong Delta’s integrated connectivity and climate resilience program, and the establishment of a national railway operations centre. The Government of Vietnam has further confirmed plans to approve the Mekong project’s investment proposal by Q2 2025, aiming to finalise a loan agreement by 2025-end. Both parties agreed to intensify collaboration to ensure the timely progress of strategic infrastructure initiatives.