November 07, 2026 | 23:39 (GMT+7)
Progress of Long Thanh International Airport project checked
PANO - A survey team of the Ministry of National Defense (MND), led by Major General Tran Minh Tuan, Deputy Director of the Institute for Strategy and Defense History and deputy head of the survey team, had a working session with the Long Thanh International Airport Project Management Board on November 6.
During the working session, the project management board briefed the delegation on implementation progress, focusing on the airport's ability to maintain operations and ensure the safety of people, infrastructure, vehicles, equipment, goods, and essential activities in national defense and security situations. Long Thanh International Airport is tentatively scheduled to begin operations on December 24, 2026.
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Major General Tran Minh Tuan chairs the working session. |
Following the briefing, delegation members discussed several issues and requested clarification from local authorities and the project management board, which provided responses to all the questions raised.
Concluding the meeting, Major General Tran Minh Tuan underscored the airport's strategic importance within Viet Nam's aviation system and its expected contribution to national socio-economic development, domestic and international air connectivity, and the strengthening of local capabilities once commercial operations begin.
He also encouraged officials, employees, and workers at the construction site to overcome difficulties, fulfill their responsibilities, and ensure construction quality and progress.
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The delegation visits and surveys Long Thanh International Airport. |
The delegation took note of the recommendations raised during the meeting and will compile them into a report for submission to the competent authorities for consideration in accordance with regulations.
Translated by Tran Hoai