Current State and Solutions for Urban Transportation

The Reality of Urban Transportation in Vietnam

Currently, traffic congestion in major Vietnamese cities is becoming increasingly severe. The main causes are the rapid increase in personal vehicles, a shortage of transportation infrastructure, deteriorating infrastructure, limited traffic awareness among citizens, and ineffective traffic management.

Consequences of Traffic Congestion:

• Waste of time and fuel costs
• Severe environmental pollution
• Impact on human health
• Restriction of socio-economic development

Solutions to Address the Challenges

1. Developing Public Transportation Systems

Significant investment is needed in public transportation systems such as Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), subways, and urban rail lines. This must be accompanied by improvements in service quality, increased frequency, and expansion of network routes to attract public use.

2. Construction and Upgrade of Transportation Infrastructure

Investment in new roads, expansion of existing roads, renovation of existing transportation systems, construction of overpasses and underpasses to reduce congestion. Public transportation should be prioritized over private transportation in planning.

3. Application of Information Technology

Utilizing intelligent transportation systems (ITS) such as surveillance cameras, intelligent traffic light systems, and mobile applications to help people easily find traffic information and choose suitable routes.

4. Raising Public Awareness of Traffic Safety

Educating and raising public awareness on traffic safety, compliance with traffic regulations, using public transportation, and limiting the use of personal vehicles. Strict measures are needed to deal with traffic violations.

5. Developing Sustainable Transportation

Focusing on developing environmentally friendly vehicles such as electric vehicles, bicycles, and electric buses. Investing in green transportation projects to minimize emissions and pollution.

Conclusion

Addressing traffic congestion is a long-term process that requires the efforts of the entire community. A harmonious combination of the above solutions will contribute to creating a modern, efficient, and sustainable urban transportation system.