Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urges thorough study for North-South high-speed railway project

He stressed the need for innovative and strategic approaches, aiming to complete 1,541km of the railway across 20 provinces and cities within 10 years, targeting 2035 for completion, adding that the project should priorities the most efficient and shortest routes, designed to operate at a speed of 350km/h.

The construction of the high-speed railway must ensure coherence and connectivity, and utilize and promote the efficiency of the existing transportation systems and means, Chinh said.

Noting that the estimated 67 billion USD investment is huge, the Government leader requested a thorough study of the total investment to ensure appropriateness, with similar projects abroad and Vietnam's unique terrain taken into consideration. He added that funding should be diversified through various sources, including central and local funds, loans, bonds, and corporate funds.

The leader also highlighted the necessity for a modern, digitalized management plan, workforce training, technology transfer, and the development of a railway industry ecosystem.