Deputy Minister Nguyen Van Sinh: Addressing obstacles in Phu Tho's two-tier model

Deputy Minister Nguyen Van Sinh worked with Phu Tho province to address difficulties in implementing the two-tier local government model, focusing on planning, construction infrastructure, transportation, and professional human resources.

Ensure universal access to safe, high-quality water, says Deputy Minister Nguyen Tuong Van

At the opening of Vietnam Water Week 2025 on August 20, Deputy Minister of Construction urged the water sector to guarantee universal clean water access, enhance service quality, and strengthen system safety to meet modern living standards.

Deputy Minister Pham Minh Ha: Ensure progress of key southern transport projects

At an August 19 meeting in Ho Chi Minh City, Deputy Minister of Construction urged contractors to boost manpower, equipment, and funding to accelerate the Can Tho – Hau Giang – Ca Mau Expressway, aiming to open the main route by Dec 19, 2025.

Dong Nai contributes to the goal of 1 million social housing units by 2030

At the groundbreaking ceremony of three social housing projects, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh praised Dong Nai's efforts, affirming its contribution to the national goal of 1 million units to meet workers' housing needs.

Phu Tho ready for resettlement work on Lao Cai – Ha Noi – Hai Phong railway

On August 12, Deputy Minister Nguyen Danh Huy inspected preparations in Phu Tho for the Lao Cai–Ha Noi–Hai Phong railway, urging close coordination to resolve technical and economic issues, notably around Binh Xuyen, Cao Phong and Viet Tri stations.

Construction Ministry urges swift removal of decentralization bottlenecks

On August 12, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh chaired a seminar providing guidance on legal documents related to decentralization, delegation of authority, and delineation of responsibilities in the construction sector.

Rach Mieu 2 Bridge – Mekong Delta's key transport artery to open 5 months early

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has hailed the Rach Mieu 2 Bridge as the 'spine' of the Mekong Delta's transport network, with the project set to open on August 19 – five months ahead of schedule.

Minister Tran Hong Minh calls for urgent review and systematization of railway standards

Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh has instructed relevant agencies to urgently review and consolidate railway standards for submission to the Government by August 10.

Vietnam, Cuba deepen construction cooperation ahead of 42nd Intergovernmental Committee

On July 23, Deputy Ministers of Vietnam and Cuba met to boost cooperation in construction and infrastructure, and to prepare for the 42nd session of the Vietnam–Cuba Intergovernmental Committee set for August 2025.

Deputy Minister Nguyen Viet Hung: Determined to complete Quy Nhon – Chi Thanh Expressway

On July 18, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Viet Hung, Deputy Head of Government Working Group No. 1, inspected the Quy Nhon – Chi Thanh Expressway and attended the closure ceremony of Ky Lo Bridge — the project's longest, most complex bridge.

Deputy Minister Nguyen Van Sinh urges Quang Ninh to accelerate social housing development

On July 18, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh led a delegation to inspect the implementation progress of social housing projects in Quang Ninh province.

Vietnam promulgates new Railway Law, boost infrastructure investment and decentralization

Vietnam has enacted a new Railway Law to reform rail infrastructure and empower localities in investment. The law was announced at a Thursday press conference by the Office of the President at the Presidential Palace.

Determine to open Hoa Lien - Tuy Loan Expressway by August 19

Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Viet Hung requested that investors and contractors adhere strictly to the construction timeline, maintain strict quality control, and ensure the Hoa Lien - Tuy Loan expressway is open to traffic by August 19.

Deputy Minister Nguyen Viet Hung: Ensure fully digital transformation of maritime safety

On May 9th, the 70 years of Vietnam's Maritime Safety Day (May 15, 1955 - May 15, 2025) ceremony was held with the topic 'Leading mission'. At the ceremony, the decision to establish Vietnam Maritime Safety Corporation was also announced.

Deputy Minister Nguyen Van Sinh inspects 6 social housing projects in Hanoi

On May 7th, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh and the Ministry's delegation inspected the progress at 6 social housing projects in Ha Noi which are planned to be complete in 2025.

Deputy Minister Nguyen Xuan Sang issued an urgent directive regarding the ship collision

On May 1st, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Xuan Sang conducted an on-site inspection of the maritime accident in Can Gio and issued urgent directives for the prompt handling of the oil spill incident.

Bung - Van Ninh Expressway main route is ready to operate from April 28th

All items of the main route of the North - South Expressway Bung - Van Ninh section have been completed according to the approved design, ready to be put into operation from April 28th.

Deputy Minister requested to speed up the progress of package 4.8 of Long Thanh airport

Deputy Minister Pham Minh Ha requested to urgently complete the necessary items of package 4.8 of the Long Thanh International Airport Construction Investment Project Phase 1.

9th Vietnam – Japan Construction Conference

On December 19, in Hanoi, the Ministry of Construction of Vietnam and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism (MLIT) of Japan co-organized the 9th Vietnam – Japan Construction Conference.

Latest information about wall collapse killed 10 people in Dong Nai

Deputy Minister of Construction Le Quang Hung said that there will be professional guidance to prevent risks during the construction process with large wall forms.

Vietnam Association of Building Materials organizes 7th National Delegation Congress

On September 21 in Hanoi, Vietnam Association of Building Materials solemnly celebrated the 35th anniversary of its founding and conducted the Seventh National Congress. Leader of Ministry of Construction, Deputy Minister Nguyen Van Sinh attended and the event.

Workshop consulting orientation of national technical standard in construction

On August 15, the Steering Committee of the Project 'Completing the system of standards and technical regulations for construction' held a workshop to get ideas on drafting the orientation of the national technical standards of construction. Deputy Minister of Construction Le Quang Hung chaired the workshop.

Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh received Chairman of Japan PFI

On August 5 in Hanoi, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh had a meeting with the Chairman of the Japan Private Finance Initiation (PFI), Mr. Kazuo Ueda, on his mission in Vietnam.

Labour deputy minister presents gifts to war invalids

Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Doan Mau Diep visited the Lang Giang war-invalids nursing home in the northern province of Bac Giang on July 22, as well as presented gifts and 10 million VND (430 USD) to the invalids on the occasion of the 72nd anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day.

Ministry of Construction met press on occasion of 94th anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day

On June 19, the Ministry of Construction held a press conference to celebrate the 94th anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925 - June 21, 2019).