Son La accelerates public investment to drive economic growth

Son La province is accelerating its 2026 public investment plan to drive socio-economic growth. The province aims to expedite capital allocation and disbursement while resolving issues in pending projects. Total public investment for 2026 is set at 7,866.437 billion VND, which includes 1,978.445 billion VND carried over from the previous year and a 5,887.992 billion VND plan for 2026.

As of August 24, the province has disbursed 3,381.701 billion VND, representing 43% of the total planned capital. Key focus areas include the Hoa Binh - Moc Chau expressway and educational facilities in border areas. Additionally, Son La has seen a significant rise in investment attraction, approving 33 projects with an initial registered capital of 49,922 billion VND, a fivefold increase compared to the same period in 2025.