The focus of the meeting was on enhancing mutual support for infrastructure development, particularly in the areas of expressways, railways and waterways connecting the two countries. Discussions highlighted the importance of integrated road transport networks and active collaboration in advising the two government and governmental agencies on approval of cross-border transport projects.

Both sides pledged to expedite the planning of a standard gauge railway line connecting Lao Cai with Hanoi and Hai Phong, and build a new railway section linking Lao Cai station and China’s Hekou North station.

Local authorities from both countries are working to streamline internal and bilateral procedures to facilitate faster upgrades of existing border gates, open new crossings, and promote cross-border commercial activities.

Both sides have maintained a mechanism for regular exchanges, coordinated issuance and inspection of international road transport permits between Vietnam and China, along with the provision of motor vehicle insurance services for vehicles involved in cross-border transport.

The same day, a delegation from the Yunnan provincial Department of Transport conducted on-site surveys of several cross-border infrastructure projects in Lao Cai.

Dragon fruit exports soar in US and Europe despite decline in China market

Dragon fruit exports to China have declined but shipments to the U.S., the U.K. and Germany rose by triple digits year-on-year in the first four months.

China speeds up investment in Vietnam

An upward trend has been recorded in Chinese recent investments in Vietnam, which is hoped to help fuel the industries the country has demand for such as high technology, renewables, supporting industries, electronics, and green finance.

Over 4,200 tonnes of fresh lychee shipped to China via Kim Thanh border gate

More than 4,200 tonnes of fresh lychees, worth over 22.85 million USD, have been exported to China via the Kim Thanh II International Border Gate in the northern province of Lao Cai since the beginning of the harvesting season.

Vietnam, Laos, China enhance border management cooperation

A trilateral meeting between Vietnam, Laos and China was held at the shared border mark of the three countries on May 15.

Green economy, digital economy breakthrough of Vietnam-China ties: PM

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on May 14 expressed his belief that economic-investment-trade cooperation, especially in green economy and digital economy, will be a driver and a breakthrough of the Vietnam-China relationship.

Government says high-speed rail route to China priority

The government has decided to prioritize the construction of two high-speed railroad lines in the north before 2030, including one connecting with China.

Source: VNA