8 new railways to be built in Vietnamese HCMC

News in Asia
8 new railways to be built in Vietnamese HCMC

The Ho Chi Minh City’s Administration has announced the construction of new railways to connect it with Long Thanh Airport and neighboring provinces like Tau, Binh Duong, Tay Ninh, BA Ria-Vung and Long An.

The Ho Chi Minh City’s Administration has announced the construction of new railways to connect it with Long Thanh Airport and neighboring provinces like Tau, Binh Duong, Tay Ninh, BA Ria-Vung and Long An. It should be finished up to the 2020 year.

Airport Rail Link is an especially interesting project, which will give the development for the city and future Airport. It will start at the Thu Thiem Railway Station and extend for 37 kilometers with 18 stops.

The total cost of the eight railway projects is USA $16.1 billion. The money will be received from Vietnam’s government, the private sector and Official Development Assistance funds.

Source

News

China extends visa-free entry to 12 European countries

China has extended visa-free travel to Poland, Australia, and New Zealand until the end of 2025.

31 July 2024

China, Indonesia, and Thailand are among the Asian countries that are easing entry requirements for Australians.

Several Asian countries, including China, Thailand, and Indonesia, have eased entry requirements for Australians by removing some visas and charges and streamlining application processes. This is aimed at boosting tourism numbers post-COVID.

24 July 2024

Thailand Extends Free Insurance for Tourists Until the end of 2024

Thailand has extended its free insurance scheme for international tourists until the end of 2024. 

25 June 2024