urban development

Institutional reform to drive central Vietnam's coastal economy

August 10, 2026 | 08:45

Vietnam's planned special economic zones aim to boost governance, attract investment, and strengthen regional competitiveness.

Ministry of Construction and ADB sign cooperation agreement

August 06, 2026 | 09:17

Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction (MoC) and the Asian Development Bank on August 3 signed a MoU, opening up a framework for comprehensive cooperation in the areas of sustainable urban development, housing, infrastructure, and transportation.

An Giang brings in $2.58 billion with 19 new investment ventures

May 18, 2026 | 09:00

An Giang province granted investment policy approvals and investment certificates to 19 ventures with a total investment capital VND66.95 trillion ($2.58 billion).

USABC firms explore aviation, seaport, rail investment in Vietnam

April 16, 2026 | 17:35

Member of the US-ASEAN Business Council are seeking opportunities in transport and construction initiatives in Vietnam.

Italian Design Day 2026: a contemporary architecture and urban development dialogue

March 12, 2026 | 13:00

Italian Design Day 2026 took place in Ho Chi Minh City in early March.

Gia Lai draws over $1bn in new investment so far this year

January 19, 2026 | 11:50

Gia Lai has attracted 26 new ventures worth more than $1 billion, driven largely by renewable energy and urban development.

Vinhomes Green Paradise joins 7 Wonders of Future Cities campaign

November 03, 2025 | 12:23

Vinhomes Green Paradise has entered the 7 Wonders of Future Cities campaign, highlighting its vision for sustainable, future-ready urban living.

Democratic Republic of Congo and Vingroup sign MOU on urban development and green transportation

October 27, 2025 | 10:38

The Government of Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Vingroup have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on research and development of large-scale urban projects and green mobility.

Xi’s Vision for People-Centered Cities Guides Urban Development

July 16, 2025 | 08:00

China’s urban planning embraces inclusivity, sustainability, and livability under President Xi’s human-centric philosophy.

Daewoo E&C to develop $390 million project in Thai Binh

August 22, 2024 | 18:36

Daewoo Engineering & Construction has been approved to develop the Kien Giang New City development project.

Japan"s Tokyu Group keen on further promoting cooperation with Binh Duong

September 13, 2023 | 10:10

Japan's Tokyu Group Chairman Nomoto Hirofumi has pledged to continue cooperating and sharing its 100-year experience with the southern province of Binh Duong to turn the locality into a green, smart and worth-living city.

Khanh Hoa unleashes urban development potential

May 18, 2023 | 09:00

Strategic plans are being drawn up by the south-central province of Khanh Hoa that will open up opportunities in the real estate market for interested parties, both domestically and from elsewhere.

HCM City calls for investments in nearly 200 projects

June 21, 2022 | 08:54

The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has approved a list of 197 projects worth 43 billion USD calling for investments in 2022, as proposed by the municipal Department of Planning and Investment.

Smart cities the biggest game for startups in Vietnam

November 18, 2021 | 14:34

A smarter lifestyle that caters to the citizens of the 21st century and helps protect the planet and stands high on Vietnam’s agenda in urban development, opening many chances for local and foreign-funded startups in the country.

New policy mobilising land for city’s development

March 11, 2021 | 08:00

Ho Chi Minh City is planning to apply new policies to mobilise land along key infrastructure system to quench the thirst for urban development. Despite the new policy potentially creating a clear land fund for the market, it would also need to be implemented very carefully to avoid negative social impacts.

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