The Government Office shared a conclusion after a meeting about the railway project's progress.

The Deputy Prime Minister said these projects are critical and challenging, needing strong efforts.

Project implementation must consider economic, political, and foreign policy aspects for financial efficiency and autonomy in railway development. Suitable management and operation models are also necessary.

Ministries, sectors, and local authorities must ensure progress and quality while avoiding responsibility shifts. Localities must expedite land clearance after receiving project documents.

The Ministry of Construction will review and propose legal framework amendments for railway project investment, management, and operation to suit Vietnam's conditions.

The Ministries of Science and Technology, and Construction must develop a comprehensive system of railway standards and technical regulations, including high-speed, standard-gauge, and urban rail, by June for nationwide application.

For project components lacking machinery or technology, the Ministry of Construction will work with partners to establish technical norms, ensuring cost efficiency and a roadmap for broader application.

The Ministry of Construction must complete procedures to select consultants for the North-South high-speed railway feasibility study by the second quarter, while local authorities accelerate planning to maximize economic benefits.

Partner selection for technology transfer must strictly follow the principle of transferring technology to Vietnam.

For the Lao Cai - Hanoi - Hai Phong railway, the Ministry of Construction will review consultancy proposals, ensuring long-term vision, efficiency, and connectivity between economic centers.

The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that project timelines must not compromise technical processes, standards, quality, or efficiency, ensuring absolute safety throughout the project lifecycle.

Regarding urban railway projects in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, local authorities must coordinate with ministries to review progress, focusing on resolving bottlenecks related to investment, land clearance, funding, and technology.

For new projects, careful study is required to select appropriate technologies and a reasonable investment roadmap reflecting local budget capacities.

Tran Thuong