Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has instructed the Ministry of Transport and the Ministry of Public Security to conduct a comprehensive review and address existing issues in traffic signs, signal lights, and parking zones across the country.

The Government Office recently issued a directive conveying the Deputy Prime Minister’s concerns about long-standing problems in road traffic management.

Various media outlets have reported on issues such as poorly placed signs, unreadable traffic instructions, ineffective signal lights, and inadequate parking zones, all of which contribute to traffic congestion and confusion.

Addressing traffic sign and parking inefficiencies

The Deputy Prime Minister has tasked the Ministry of Transport with leading a nationwide inspection, working alongside the Ministry of Public Security and provincial and municipal governments to resolve these issues.

Authorities must review traffic signs, signal light placements, and parking regulations to eliminate conflicts and inefficiencies in urban traffic flow. A detailed report on the findings and proposed solutions must be submitted to the Prime Minister by March 15.

In Hanoi, poorly designed and misplaced traffic signs have been a persistent problem. Many signs along major streets are overloaded with excessive text, resembling administrative documents rather than clear driving instructions.

Drivers often struggle to decipher the signs while on the move, sometimes needing to stop their vehicles to read the information properly.

Another common issue in Hanoi is the placement of traffic signs behind trees, utility poles, or other obstacles, making them difficult for drivers to see. Some signs are positioned in ways that force motorists to make last-minute adjustments, increasing the risk of accidents.

Vietnamese traffic laws require drivers to obey supplementary signs attached to primary traffic signs, but the lack of clarity in these signs has created additional confusion. Addressing these problems is crucial for ensuring road safety and smooth traffic flow.

Tran Thuong