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    Vietnam Greenlights $67 Billion Rail Project and New Data Protection Laws

    Arushi PandeyBy Arushi PandeyNovember 30, 2024 World No Comments2 Mins Read
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    Vietnam Approves Landmark Laws and $67 Billion High-Speed Rail Project

    Vietnam parliament concluded its regular session by passing critical legislation on data protection and electricity. Additionally, it endorsed a $67 billion high-speed rail project on Saturday, marking a significant step in the country’s infrastructure and legal development.

    High-Speed Rail: Vietnam’s Most Ambitious Project

    The high-speed rail project, Vietnam’s largest infrastructure initiative, aims to connect Hanoi in the north with Ho Chi Minh City in the south. Spanning 1,541 kilometres (958 miles), the railway is expected to revolutionise transportation in the country. Officials project its completion by 2035, aiming to boost connectivity and economic growth across regions.

    New Data Protection Law Tightens Regulations

    Vietnam’s new data protection law introduces stricter rules for processing personal data and transferring data abroad. The law has raised concerns among US tech firms, who argue that the changes may complicate their operations in Vietnam.

    Moreover, the legislation grants the government greater authority to access data when deemed necessary. This move reflects the government’s focus on controlling data flow and ensuring security in the Communist-led nation.

    Electricity Law to Streamline Energy Investments

    The updated electricity law seeks to address obstacles to energy project investments. It simplifies processes for approving direct power purchase agreements, enabling manufacturers to negotiate directly with renewable energy providers.

    This reform aims to create a unified legal framework for Vietnam’s energy sector, which is currently governed by multiple overlapping regulations. However, additional laws are required to complete the regulatory framework for offshore, wind, and nuclear energy projects.

    Progress Towards a Modern Legal System

    The approval of these laws and the ambitious rail project highlights Vietnam’s commitment to modernising its infrastructure and regulatory landscape. These changes are expected to attract investment and foster sustainable development in the years ahead.

    With inputs from Reuters

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