ADB Helps Develop Infrastructure in Northern Provinces

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) will deploy a project worth of $138 million to support infrastructure development in 15 northern mountainous provinces in the 2011-2016 period. The project aims to eradicate poverty, upgrade and develop infrastructure facilities; enhance capacity for local authorities. Out of the total investment, the Asian Development Bank finances $108 million and the Vietnamese Government contributes $30 million. As of March 31, 2012, VND250 billion had been handed over to realize the project. (news.gov.vn May 3)