The event taking place on December 19 to celebrate the 11th National Emulation Congress and 14th National Party Congress.

A grand ceremony on the groundbreaking or inauguration of 234
key projects took place simultaneously nationwide at 9:00 AM on December 19 to
celebrate the 11th National Emulation Congress and 14th National Party
Congress, according to a report from the Government News.

There are 148 projects starting construction and 86 projects
being inaugurated and technically cleared, including 38 projects from
ministries and agencies, 39 from corporations and state-owned enterprises, and
157 managed by local administrations.

The total investment for these projects exceeds VND3.4
quadrillion ($129 billion), of which state funding amounts to over VND627
trillion, accounting for 18 per cent, while the remaining 82 per cent,
approximately VND2.79 quadrillion is sourced from non-budget sources.

The ceremonies are organized both in person and online, with
79 locations nationwide, symbolizing the 79th anniversary of the National
Resistance Day (December 19, 1946 – 2025).

Notable projects include the groundbreaking of the Olympic
Sports Urban Area in Hanoi, the launch of the first flight under the first
phase of the Long Thanh International Airport project; the groundbreaking of
the first component of the Lao Cai–Hanoi–Hai Phong railway project; and the
groundbreaking of the Red River Landscape Boulevard in Hanoi.

These key projects span critical sectors such as transport
infrastructure, energy, urban development, digital transformation, industry,
agriculture, healthcare, and education. Many are large-scale, inter-regional
projects that serve as growth engines, helping to connect economic hubs, reduce
logistics costs, and improve productivity across the country.

A major contribution of the 234 key projects lies in
strengthening national infrastructure. Flagship transport projects, including
expressways, airports, seaports, and railways, are expected to improve
connectivity between regions, facilitate trade and investment, and create new
development corridors. This infrastructure upgrade will not only support
domestic economic activities but also enhance Viet Nam’s integration into
regional and global supply chains.

The projects also play an important role in promoting
economic restructuring and innovation-driven growth. Investments in renewable
energy, digital infrastructure, high-tech manufacturing, and smart urban
development contribute to the transition towards a greener, more resilient, and
more modern economy. By prioritizing innovation and sustainability, these
projects align with Vietnam’s long-term development strategies and
international commitments on climate change and green growth.

In addition, the 234 key projects generate strong spillover
effects for social development. They create millions of jobs, improve access to
public services, and help narrow development gaps between regions. Projects in
healthcare, education, and social infrastructure contribute directly to
improving people’s quality of life and strengthening social security.

The successful execution of the 234 key projects is expected
to provide a powerful boost to economic recovery and long-term growth. More
importantly, it will help lay a solid foundation for Vietnam to achieve its
development goals, advance towards a high-income economy, and realize the
aspiration of prosperous and sustainable national development.

VGP-Khanh Van