Ha Tinh province in central Vietnam is currently discussing a proposal for a major infrastructure and urban development project aimed at climate change adaptation, with a total projected investment of approximately VND7.9 trillion (approximately $300 million).
Permanent Vice Chairman of the Ha Tinh Provincial People’s Committee, Mr. Tran Bau Ha, chaired a working session on March 19 with representatives from the Ministry of Finance and the World Bank (WB) to discuss the investment proposal for the “Priority Infrastructure and Climate-Resilient Urban Development Project.”
According to the report, the project is proposed as part of the province’s medium-term public investment plan for the 2026–2030 period and has already garnered significant interest and support from the World Bank. The primary objective is to develop an integrated infrastructure system capable of resisting climate change in the province’s central urban hubs, the province’s former Huong Son district, and surrounding areas.
Of the total investment, World Bank ODA loans will account for roughly 80%, while the remaining 20% will be sourced from the local counterpart budget.
The project aims to significantly reduce flooding, strengthen regional transport links, and effectively tap into the potential of coastal tourism and services. Furthermore, technical assistance components are expected to improve the quality of life for residents, gradually building sustainable urban areas and creating a strong engine for local socio-economic growth.
The project is slated for implementation across several wards and communes, including Thanh Sen, Tran Phu, Ha Huy Tap, Thach Khe, Dong Tien, Thach Lac, Cam Binh, Thach Ha, Huong Son, Son Tien, Son Giang, and Kim Hoa. Implementation and capital disbursement are scheduled to take place between 2027 and 2032.
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