How vital is a well-managed road system to a country’s progress? The Directorate for Road of Vietnam stands as a testament to this importance. Right here in Hanoi this organization plays a crucial role in shaping Vietnam’s transportation landscape.
The Directorate for Road of Vietnam advises the Minister of Transport. It assists in state management and law enforcement. This covers all road transport nationwide. The exception is functions assigned to the Vietnam Expressway Administration. The Directorate also organizes public road transport services. It does this according to the law.
This department has legal status. It has a national emblem seal. The Directorate’s headquarters are right here in Hanoi. Its English transaction name is the Department for Roads of Vietnam. DRVN is the abbreviation.
The Director of the Road Administration of Vietnam is Mr. Nguyen Xuan Cuong. Deputy Directors include Mr. Nguyen Manh Thang Ms. Phan Thi Thu Hien and Mr. Nguyen Xuan Anh. They each oversee different areas.
The organizational structure is complex. It includes units that assist the director. These units manage state functions. Examples are the Department of Organization Administration and the Legal Department Inspector. There is also a Department of Planning Investment and a Finance Department.
Other departments focus on infrastructure. These are the Department of Management and Maintenance of Transport Infrastructure. Also the Department of Transport Vehicles and Drivers is important. The Department of Science Technology Environment and International Cooperation are included.
The Directorate also includes Road Construction Investment Management Sub-Department. To ensure local relevance there are Road Management Zones I II III and IV. Public non-business units are also part of the structure. These include the College of Road Transport and the Road Engineering Center.
The Directorate develops projects. These projects create solutions for road traffic order and safety. It guides and inspects safety measures. The Directorate organizes prevention and response to incidents. It handles natural disasters and coordinates search and rescue. This is all done according to the Minister’s guidelines.
Load control of vehicles is a key task. The Directorate guides inspects and coordinates this nationwide. It also handles black spots and potential traffic accidents. Traffic safety is assessed during national highway maintenance.
Occupational safety is another concern. The Directorate organizes inspections. It investigates occupational accidents on land transport. Fire prevention is coordinated with relevant units. This ensures safety on the national highway system.
The Ministry of Public Security has taken over driving test assessments. It also handles the issuance of new and renewed driving licenses. This started on February 19th. Before that the Directorate for Roads urged transport departments to review license card stocks. This ensured a smooth transition.
The Directorate’s work is far-reaching. It impacts everything from daily commutes to long-distance travel. It strives to create a safe and efficient road system for all. Its efforts contribute significantly to Vietnam’s growth.