The groundbreaking ceremony for Component Project 2: Construction of frontage roads and overpasses in the section passing through Dak Nong province, which is part of the North-South Expressway (Western route), Gia Nghia (Dak Nong) – Chon Thanh (Binh Phuoc) section

The ceremony took place in an enthusiastic atmosphere as the entire Party, military, and people are actively emulating achievements to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – April 30, 2025).

Attending the ceremony were: Mr. Luu Van Trung – Standing Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People’s Council of Dak Nong; Mr. Ho Van Muoi – Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the People’s Committee of Dak Nong; Mr. Tran Van Mi – Member of Binh Phuoc Provincial Party Committee, Vice Chairman of the People’s Committee of Binh Phuoc province; along with members of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee, Executive Committee of the Provincial Party Organization, leaders of the People's Council, People's Committee, Fatherland Front Committee of Dak Nong; representatives of the National Assembly Delegation of Dak Nong province; leaders of departments, sectors, localities, and a large number of local residents in Dak R’lap district.

Component Project 2 includes the construction of 20 frontage roads with a total length of about 28.4 km, and 5 overpasses made of reinforced concrete, with widths of 7.5 meters and 9 meters. The total investment for this component is VND 338 billion.

Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee Ho Van Muoi delivered a speech at the groundbreaking ceremony

In speech at the ceremony, Mr. Ho Van Muoi, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee, emphasized that the North-South Expressway (Western route), Gia Nghia – Chon Thanh section, is a key national transportation project with special strategic significance for socio-economic development and national defense-security—not only for Dak Nong and Binh Phuoc provinces, but also for the entire Central Highlands and Southeastern region. This expressway will connect to major economic and political hubs in the region, creating new development space and momentum, and unlocking land use potential, tourism, processing industries, and mineral exploitation.

“In the context that transport infrastructure in Dak Nong and the region still faces many limitations, implementing this expressway will open a new chapter, serving as a powerful driving force for Dak Nong to make breakthroughs and integrate more deeply into the country’s overall development process,” the Chairman expressed his hope.

The expressway will not only reduce travel time and transportation costs, and enhance trade connectivity, but also create new development space in the region, contributing to the effective exploitation of Dak Nong’s economic and tourism potential.

Comrades Luu Van Trung, Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the People's Council of Dak Nong Province; and Ho Van Muoi, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the People's Committee of Dak Nong Province, presented flowers to congratulate the People's Committee of Dak R’lap District, the project investor, and the construction contractors

With a total investment of VND 25,540 billion sourced from the central government budget, localities, and private investors under the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) model, and using more than 1,300 hectares of land, this is the largest-scale transport infrastructure project ever to pass through Dak Nong province.

Component Project 2, started today, is one of the vital sub-projects of the Gia Nghia – Chon Thanh expressway. The synchronous construction of frontage roads and overpasses will ensure traffic safety and facilitate local residents’ daily lives and production.

During the preparation and implementation of the project, the Party Committee, People’s Council, and People’s Committee of Dak Nong province have directed departments, sectors, and localities to closely coordinate with central ministries and agencies, investors, consultants, and especially with the People's Committee of Binh Phuoc province to complete legal procedures, land clearance, and resolve challenges regarding construction materials and bauxite planning, ensuring the project stays on schedule.

On behalf of the provincial leadership, Chairman Ho Van Muoi acknowledged and highly appreciated the efforts and responsibilities of the involved units and localities, as well as the support and consensus of the people, especially residents of Dak R’lap district.

Leaders of Dak R’lap District presented gifts to disadvantaged households affected by land clearance

At the ceremony, leaders of Dak R’lap district also presented gifts to disadvantaged households affected by land clearance.

The Chairman requested the Provincial Project Management Unit to actively fulfill its role as the project owner, closely coordinate with relevant parties to ensure the project is implemented on schedule, with quality and legal compliance.

Consulting and supervision units must work independently and objectively, ensuring the quality of design and construction, and labor safety. Contractors are urged to mobilize their resources, ensure safe and timely construction, and minimize impacts on residents.

The delegates performed the groundbreaking ritual for Subproject 2

Relevant departments, agencies, and localities are to create favorable conditions, coordinate in project implementation, and maintain security and order in the area. The public, especially residents of Dak R’lap district, are encouraged to continue supporting and accompanying the project, contributing to its overall success.