The southern province’s total public investment budget for 2026 is set at over VND27 trillion (over $1 billion).

Dong Nai Province in southern Vietnam plans to earmark more than VND7 trillion
(approximately $266 million) to implement key works and projects across the
province in 2026. Relevant authorities are currently focusing on resolving
bottlenecks, accelerating progress, and strengthening supervision of the
implementation process.

According to a report from the Party Committee of
the Dong Nai Provincial People’s Committee, there are currently 29 key projects
in the province. These include 13 projects funded by public investment, six
projects implemented under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, and 10
remaining projects consisting of five non-budget funded projects, one scheme,
and four planning tasks.

For 2026, the total capital planned for these key projects
exceeds VND7 trillion. This represents a decrease of more than VND8.6 trillion (over
$327 million) compared to 2025, as several major projects have reached basic
completion. As of March 5, 2026, over VND460 billion ($17.5 million) has been
disbursed, accounting for 6.5% of the province’s annual plan.

The province’s total public investment budget for 2026 is
set at over VND27 trillion (over $1 billion). This includes more than VND889
billion (nearly $34 million) from the central budget and over VND26.2 trillion ($997
million) from the local budget.

Regarding the central budget, funds have already been
allocated to three specific projects: component 1 of the Bien Hoa – Vung Tau
Expressway (Phase 1); Nhon Trach inter-port road; and irrigation modernization for
climate change adaptation.

As for the local budget, the province has detailed the
allocation of more than VND15.6 trillion (nearly $593 million) to project
owners to carry out 530 different projects.

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