Transport link for northern mountainous provinces set to meet deadline

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The project has a total length of 199.77 km and an investment of more than 6 trillion VND, funded by an ADB loan, non-refundable aid from the Government of Australia, and counterpart funding from the Government of Vietnam. (Photo: VNA)
The project is a strategic infrastructure initiative designed to complete the transport network of the northwest region. (Photo: VNA)
The section running through Mo Vang commune (Lao Cai province) is expected to boost regional economic development and better meet local travel needs. (Photo: VNA)
An Luong Bridge in Mo Vang commune, Lao Cai province – the longest bridge on the route – is being built in haste to meet the overall project timeline. (Photo: VNA)
Construction proceeds at pace in the final days of November 2025. (Photo: VNA)
Workers rush to install railings on An Luong Bridge in Mo Vang commune, Lao Cai province. (Photo: VNA)
Transport link for northern mountainous provinces set to meet deadline
The transport connectivity project for northern mountainous provinces, approved by the Prime Minister, comprises two routes with a total length of around 200 km. Work is under way to resolve site-clearance obstacles to ensure the project stays on schedule for completion and opening to traffic by June 30, 2026, creating major opportunities for economic growth, tourism and trade across the northwest region.