Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha inspects Rach Mieu 2 Bridge project

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha discussed and directed at the construction site of Rach Mieu 2 Bridge.

According to the report of My Thuan Project Management Board at the working session, Rach Mieu 2 Bridge Project is currently progressing ahead of schedule with total output value reaching 99.55% of the contract value.

The construction of resettlement areas has also made positive progress: Dong Thap (formerly Tien Giang ) has started construction of a resettlement area; Vinh Long (formerly Ben Tre) has completed a resettlement area and is currently constructing another resettlement area. Regarding disbursement, the cumulative disbursement from the beginning of the project to date has reached VND 5,699/5,730 billion (99.46%), of which the disbursement in 2025 is VND 633.69/673.81 billion (94.06%), meeting the set plan.

Regarding the construction volume, the main items, the road section has basically completed construction and the traffic safety sign installation system is being completed. All 6 bridges on the route have completed construction.

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha presents gifts to encourage workers on the Rach Mieu 2 Bridge project.

Commander and CEO of the XL02 package of Trung Nam E&C Construction and Installation Joint Stock Company Can Manh Hung said that the main package of the project has completed 100% of the work volume. All construction work has been completed, now all that remains is cleaning and preparing for the inauguration ceremony.

At the inspection, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha emphasized that when economies are connected, transportation plays a pivotal role. When the transportation system connects regions, the transportation of high-quality goods will promote the economic development of each side, while enhancing economic exchange and cooperation between localities in the region.

Rach Mieu 2 Bridge is almost complete, waiting to be put into use.

Regarding the Rach Mieu 2 Bridge Project, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha said: "Rach Mieu 2 Bridge not only solves the traffic problem for the two localities, but also solves a broader problem, which is to promote the economy of the whole region. This clearly demonstrates the importance of the project. When there is a bridge or connecting traffic routes, it means that our economy and people will enjoy the benefits that connecting traffic brings. Traffic truly plays a backbone role in economic development."

The Rach Mieu 2 Bridge Project has a total length of 17.6 km, of which 7.95 km passes through Dong Thap province and 9.65 km passes through Vinh Long province. The Rach Mieu 2 Bridge section is 1.97 km long with the main cable-stayed bridge being 0.51 km long, with a scale of 4 lanes. The total investment of the project is 6,810.11 billion VND from the state budget.

"In terms of design and construction, the project has reached a certain level. We not only grasp technology but are also very good at innovation and creative breakthroughs. Current bridge projects all apply modern technology, ensuring high quality. The operation, maintenance and supervision of these projects need special attention and specific regulations," the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized.

Regarding the issue of management after completion, the Deputy Prime Minister said: "After the bridge projects are completed, they will be handed over to local authorities for management. We need to have a clear process for receiving and operating these projects, and at the same time, we need a professional unit in charge of management and operation to ensure long-term effectiveness."

Regarding the progress of the implementation, the Deputy Prime Minister highly appreciated the fact that the bridge projects are being implemented faster than the original plan and have achieved high progress. Therefore, there should be appropriate reward policies for groups and individuals with outstanding achievements in implementing the projects.

According to the plan, on August 12, 2025, the Council will hold a meeting to inspect the project acceptance work. It is expected that on August 19, 2025, the project will be handed over to Dong Thap and Vinh Long provinces for inauguration and operation, 5 months earlier than the Prime Minister's direction.

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Source: https://baoapbac.vn/kinh-te/202508/pho-thu-tuong-tran-hong-ha-kiem-tra-cong-trinh-cau-rach-mieu-2-1047874/