- The workshop, held on 21 March, built on previous sessions in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, focusing on solutions for transit-oriented development (TOD) implementation.
- Experts from the UK, India, China, Singapore and Japan shared insights on regulatory frameworks, financing strategies and institutional best practices.
- Over 80 participants, including key government agencies and urban transport authorities, engaged in discussions to drive sustainable urban development in Vietnam.
Government agencies and key stakeholders discuss best practices for TOD implementation.
Building on the success of previous workshops in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City on TOD implementation solutions, GCIP, in collaboration with the British Embassy in Hanoi and the Hanoi Metropolitan Railway Management Board (MRB), hosted a knowledge exchange workshop on 21 March.
TOD is an urban planning approach that integrates high-density development with public transport to reduce reliance on private vehicles, enhance accessibility and promote sustainable urban growth. Recognising its potential, the Government of Vietnam has prioritised TOD as a key strategy to manage rapid urbanisation, alleviate congestion, improve air quality, optimise land use and generate revenue for public transport. These objectives are embedded in the Hanoi Capital Law 2024 and more recently in Resolution 188, which enables Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to pilot special mechanisms for urban railway development, including TOD. However, despite progress in the legal framework, significant challenges remain in translating policy into effective implementation.
This technical workshop aimed to equip government agencies and key stakeholders with global best practices for successful TOD implementation. Experts from the UK (Crossrail International and Transport for London), India, China (Hong Kong and Shenzhen), Singapore and Japan shared insights into institutional frameworks, regulatory mechanisms and financing strategies.
The event saw strong participation from TOD practitioners, with over 80 attendees, including representatives from the Ministry of Construction and key departments in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Participants included officials from the People’s Committee, People’s Council and Departments of Transport, Natural Resources and Environment, Finance, Construction, Planning and Architecture, alongside representatives from Hanoi MRB and the Ho Chi Minh City Management Authority for Urban Railways (MAUR).
This workshop forms part of GCIP’s broader commitment to supporting Vietnam’s sustainable urban development, reinforcing efforts to build a greener, more accessible and future-ready transport system.
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Published
27/03/25