Faster construction after inspection and urging

Positive movements

In early November, at the construction site of a road linking National Highways 5 and 10 through Phu Lien Ward, Hai Phong City, contractors were mobilizing manpower and machinery to speed up work on multiple items. This followed the ward's completion of site clearance for the entire 28.3-hectare project area and handover to the construction unit in late October, more than two months ahead of the city's schedule.

This early achievement resulted from the direction of Le Ngoc Chau, Member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the City Party Committee and Head of the City National Assembly Delegation, during his inspection of the project's progress.

The project to build a road from Ho Sen Street to Quan Mau Intersection has attracted considerable public attention in recent times since it is the most expensive road project in Hai Phong to date. With a length of approximately 0.6 km, the road has a total investment of more than VND 1.244 trillion, including VND 1.0341 trillion for compensation, support and resettlement.

Recognizing the project's significance, the Party committee and authorities of Le Chan Ward have identified site clearance as their top political priority in the final months of 2026. In particular, following instructions from Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee Le Trung Kien during his inspection of the project on October 24, the target was set to complete the project in time for May 13, 2027.

Four days after the inspection, the Ward People's Committee began paying compensation for land and assets to 20 households in the first phase, with a total amount of more than VND 23 billion. The ward is now publicly announcing subsequent payment phases so residents can clearly understand their rights and obligations. As site clearance gradually progresses, the project owner is expected to be able to start construction this November.

Similarly, most construction works and projects across the city have gained significant momentum following inspections and progress reviews by city leaders.

Faster projects, greater responsibility

The year 2026 has marked a strong shift in the city leadership's direction and management. Rather than monitoring the progress of construction works and projects solely through reports from project owners, city leaders have increasingly been seen working on site, braving the sun and wind, listening to difficulties and obstacles, identifying which parties are responsible and determining where solutions are needed.

For Hai Phong, the pace and volume of construction at each project generate added value and contribute to economic growth and development. Following adjustments and additional allocations, the city's total public investment plan for 2026 stands at more than VND 45.0933 trillion. This is an important driver in achieving an annual growth rate of 13% or higher.

With the project required to be completed by March 2027, construction at Package No. 08, which covers the construction works under the project to build Van Bridge and its connecting road linking National Highway 37 with the approach road to Trieu Bridge, is proceeding at a rapid pace, with bridge components being built urgently even at night.

A representative of the project owner said that following the inspection, construction had accelerated and, more importantly, accountability had increased among all parties involved, including the project owner, local authorities, contractors and construction supervision consultants.

The city is adhering to the guiding principles of “Focus only on action, never retreat” and “Today's work must not be put off until tomorrow; address each task as it arises.” The “six clear elements – one continuous process” principle is also helping departments, agencies and local authorities drive progress and clearly define responsibility for each task.

Effectiveness is measured not simply by the number of inspections and progress reviews, but by tangible improvements. These include projects being completed and put into operation, and resources being transformed into drivers of the city's socio-economic development.

MINH KHOI