Vietnam unveils new highways and bridges on Reunification Day amid tourism boom
Vietnam marked Reunification Day with major infrastructure openings and a surge in tourism. New roads and bridges were unveiled in the central region, while cities like Đà Nẵng and Huế celebrated with cultural events and record visitor numbers. The projects aim to boost transport links and economic growth along the coast. On April 30th, the Quảng Ngãi-Hoài Nhơn Highway officially opened to traffic. The 88km route, built at a cost of VNĐ21 trillion ($770 million), allows cars to travel at up to 90km per hour. It strengthens connections between central provinces, the national coastal transport network, and the East-West Economic Corridor.
That same day, a **2.36km sea-crossing bridge in Thuận An** was inaugurated. As the longest bridge in the central coastal region, it required VNĐ2.4 trillion ($96 million) to construct. The structure will support a planned 1,500-hectare beach urban zone, attracting future investment and development. In Huế, heritage sites saw a massive influx of visitors. Over 400,000 tourists arrived during the holiday, generating nearly VNĐ1 trillion ($40 million) in revenue. Entrance fees alone brought in VNĐ3.7 billion ($148,000) in a single day. Meanwhile, Đà Nẵng hosted outdoor art performances and exhibitions. The events celebrated both Reunification Day and the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s internal security force.
The new highway and bridge are set to improve travel and trade across the central coast. Huế’s tourism boom highlights the region’s growing appeal, while Đà Nẵng’s cultural events reinforced the holiday’s significance. Together, these developments mark a step toward stronger infrastructure and economic opportunities.
