Ho Chi Minh City Chairman Stresses Transparency in Major Project Implementation

Vo Van Minh, Deputy Secretary of the City Party Committee and Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Council, met with voters in Phu An and Chanh Hiep wards on June 9. The meeting addressed concerns regarding urban planning and the implementation of major projects, with Minh emphasizing the need for transparency and fairness.

Minh expressed optimism about the influx of large projects expected to transform the area, particularly in Phu An ward, which is slated to host six urban development projects covering nearly 1,650 hectares and involving investments worth hundreds of trillions of dong. He stressed that as land is acquired for these projects, the rights of affected residents must be protected. "The locality needs to be open and transparent with the people about the information and progress of the project's implementation," Minh stated.

During the meeting, some residents raised questions about planning for river corridors, green spaces, and power lines. Minh instructed the ward People's Committee to solicit public feedback when approving 1/500 scale plans for each project. He also highlighted the importance of planning and expanding connecting roads to stimulate new development in the region.

Regarding the potential repurchase of toll stations, Minh acknowledged the need for a balanced approach that considers the interests of the public, the state, and investors, while adhering to legal regulations. He noted that some small toll stations in the Binh Duong area, which collect minimal fees, had previously been considered for repurchase and removal, but legal frameworks for such actions were lacking. The discussion also touched upon the Suoi Giua toll station on National Highway 13, a larger project linked to regional development.

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The locality needs to be open and transparent with the people about the information and progress of the project's implementation.