- GCIP and partners drive collaboration through a high-impact workshop, bringing together over 100 key stakeholders to explore transit-oriented development (TOD) solutions.
- Vietnam is taking a major step forward in urban transport, with the approval of urban law paving the way for accelerated metro development in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC).
- HCMC signals commitment to TOD implementation with plans to strengthen cooperation on urban development further.
Over 100 key stakeholders explore transit-oriented development (TOD) solutions in Vietnam.
On 25 February, GCIP, in collaboration with the Department of Business and Trade, the British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), and the HCMC People’s Committee, co-organised a landmark workshop on solutions for implementing TOD in HCMC.
The event came at a pivotal moment, following the National Assembly’s approval of Resolution No. 188/2025/QH15 just days earlier. The resolution, which introduces specific mechanisms and policies to accelerate urban railway network development in Hanoi and HCMC, had received unanimous support from all 459 participating deputies—marking a significant milestone for Vietnam’s transport infrastructure. GCIP Vietnam was proud to have contributed to the policy discussions that shaped this breakthrough decision.
With over 100 attendees from key government agencies, city departments, and private sector stakeholders, the workshop served as a hub for knowledge exchange and collaboration. Representatives from the HCMC Management Authority for Urban Railways (MAUR), the Hanoi Metropolitan Railway Management Board (MRB), and Departments of Transport from Hanoi, HCMC, Can Tho and Da Nang came together to explore opportunities for TOD implementation.
Keynote speeches from Ms Alexandra Smith, British Consul-General to HCMC, and Mr Bui Xuan Cuong, Vice Chairman of the HCMC People’s Committee, underscored the importance of international cooperation in shaping Vietnam’s urban transport future.
The workshop featured presentations from prominent experts, including:
- Mr Dang Huy Dong, Former Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment, who outlined strategic proposals for metro network expansion.
- Mr Le Minh Thanh, GCIP Vietnam Programme Manager, who introduced GCIP’s role in supporting sustainable urban development.
- Dr Nguyen Hoang Tung, GCIP Vietnam Intervention Lead, who shared international best practices in TOD planning.
- Mr Nguyen Dac Phuoc, Head of Project Implementation Management at Hanoi MRB, who provided an update on Hanoi’s policy developments.
Representatives from UK-based firms, including Crossrail International, Transport for London, Pinsent Masons, Arup and Broadway Malyan, offered valuable insights into TOD best practices and investment opportunities. The event also featured a dynamic panel discussion highlighting key challenges and solutions for implementing TOD in Vietnam.
The workshop drew strong media attention with nearly 20 media agencies, including Ho Chi Minh City TV, covering the event. Interviews with key figures such as Dr Nguyen Anh Tuan, Head of Technical Infrastructure at the HCMC Department of Construction, reinforced the significance of TOD in Vietnam’s urban development strategy.
In his opening remarks, Mr Bui Xuan Cuong, Vice Chairman of the HCMC People’s Committee, reaffirmed the city’s commitment to TOD and praised GCIP’s contributions. He announced plans for an upcoming Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the HCMC People’s Committee and GCIP, aiming to formalise cooperation in urban development, infrastructure and transport.
As Vietnam moves towards a more sustainable and efficient urban transport system, collaborations like this workshop are paving the way for a modern, well-connected future.
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Published
05/03/25