Road upgrades to drive connectivity
The Mang Yang-Ia Pa inter-district road project, also known as provincial road 666, is a centerpiece of the plan. Stretching 33 kilometers with an investment of nearly VND 196 billion, construction began in November 2023.
The road connects National Highway 19 with the Truong Son Dong road and traverses multiple communes, including Kon Chiêng, Kon Thụp and Pờ Tó.
As of September 3, contractors had completed over 72% of the project, disbursing more than VND 141 billion. The road features 25.2 km of asphalt concrete, 7.5 km of cement concrete, and three bridges. Authorities expect completion by January 2026.
Local residents welcomed the upgrade, saying it will ease travel and improve the transport of agricultural products.
“Previously, the road was muddy in the rainy season and dusty in the dry season. The upgrade will help increase income for farming families,” said Phạm An Toàn, a resident of Tân Phú hamlet.
Eastern economic corridor faces challenges
Another priority project is the Eastern economic corridor road, a 15-kilometer bypass of National Highway 19 with a total investment of VND 1,325 billion.
By early September 2025, construction work worth VND 510 billion had been completed out of the planned VND 884.8 billion.
The Biển Hồ bridge, part of the corridor, has seen key components completed, including piles, abutments, and the bridge deck.
However, land clearance delays, adverse weather, and tight budget allocations have slowed overall progress. Authorities expect land clearance to be finalized before mid-September 2025 to allow the final construction phase.
The construction unit (510 Investment and Construction Joint Stock Company) is working hard to accelerate progress on the Biển Hồ Bridge component of the Eastern Economic Corridor Road Project. Photo: Hà Duy
Broader push for infrastructure
Other key projects include the Nguyễn Văn Linh Road in Pleiku Ward, land clearance for the Quy Nhơn - Pleiku Expressway, and development of the new CK54 urban area.
Gia Lai’s total public investment capital for 2025 is VND 13,983.7 billion, with VND 8,443.8 billion disbursed by the end of August, equivalent to 60.38% of the annual plan.
At a recent provincial review, Chairman of the People’s Committee Phạm Anh Tuấn urged local leaders to intensify oversight, accelerate land clearance, and resolve bottlenecks.
He stressed that disbursement rates will serve as a performance benchmark for officials.
Path to socio-economic growth
Provincial authorities say the timely completion of these projects is critical not only to meeting public investment targets but also to opening new opportunities for trade, connectivity, and sustainable socio-economic growth across western Gia Lai.
