On the morning of December 19, the healthcare sector marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of the construction phase for two large-scale hospital projects in Ninh Binh province. These facilities serve a strategic role in upgrading the national medical network and alleviating overcrowding in major urban centers.
scale and the restart process Both projects were designed with high technical standards, each featuring 1,000 beds and a total investment of approximately 5 trillion VND. Although construction began in 2015, the projects previously faced prolonged stagnation due to complex regulatory hurdles.
Legal Breakthrough: Resolution No. 34/NQ-CP, issued in February 2025, was considered the pivotal solution to unlock bottlenecks in investment and procurement.
Construction Progress: After more than 10 months of concentrated resources, a total floor area of over 235,000 m² has been completed, meeting rigorous standards for specialized medical infrastructure.
modernization of equipment and technology In addition to the physical structures, the installation of medical machinery systems has yielded positive results. Advanced equipment for diagnostic imaging, intensive care, and specialized surgery has been received. The objective is to ensure that professional quality at these new campuses is fully consistent with the main facilities in Hanoi, providing high-tech medical services to residents in surrounding regions.
operational direction for the next phase Health regulatory authorities have instructed relevant units to urgently finalize remaining legal procedures and prepare medical personnel. These new campuses are identified as “extended arms” of central-level hospitals, serving not only for treatment but also as centers for training and scientific research. Coordination with local authorities is also being strengthened to ensure connecting infrastructure and surrounding utilities, providing the best possible conditions for medical staff and patients.