According to the Deputy PM, the transition must simultaneously meet three key requirements: ensuring sufficient energy for economic growth, reducing emissions in line with Vietnam's international commitments, and guaranteeing a just transition for workers, businesses and localities.
A local official described the increase in bus ridership as an encouraging sign for the city's public transport system, but stressed that a comprehensive solution to traffic congestion will require a high-capacity public transport network, with the metro system playing a central role.
The first construction activity involves lowering a reinforced steel cage for the diaphragm wall at the underground ST10 (Pham Van Bach) station, one of the line's key stations.
Tourism products will be assessed under three groups of criteria worth a maximum of 100 points. Product quality and community strength account for 40 points, marketing capability 25 points, and product quality standards 35 points.