Vietnam's public investment rollout stalls amid mixed provincial progress

Central Highlands province Gia Lai reported attracting nearly US$6.3 billion in new projects, with 168 approved investments covering renewable energy, industry and infrastructure, achieving 98.8 % of its annual target. In the coastal province of Khánh Hòa, authorities accelerated public‑investment disbursement, releasing VND 3,036 trillion in June and aiming to spend the full VND 6,270 trillion allocated for 2026.

At the national level, the Government’s “National Target Program” (MTQG) has so far disbursed only 18.9 % of its budget – VND 2,714 trillion, or 23.5 % of the planned outlay – by the end of June. Vice‑Premier Ho Quoc Dung called for a KPI framework and urged ministries to ensure 100 % of the central budget is spent in 2026.

A provincial inspection of the Son Hai Group’s Nam Cầu Dài urban project in Quang Tri uncovered more than VND 290.5 billion in overdue land‑use and lease payments, linked to incomplete land allocation and financing delays.

Separately, the real‑estate M&A market is shifting toward green, energy‑efficient developments. JLL notes that investors are prioritising projects with sustainability certifications, citing large deals such as the Lotte Eco Smart City Thủ Thiêm partnership.