Dong Nai

Dong Nai aims for the digital economy to account for at least 30% of GRDP by 2030, making it a central driver of the province’s exceptional growth trajectory.

The high FDI disbursement so far this year is attributed to the fact that businesses have been quickly allocating funds to build factories and purchase machinery and equipment to soon put their plants into operation.

The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee recommended implementation of Metro Line 2 (Ben Thanh–Tham Luong, Ben Thanh–Thu Thiem) and the Thu Thiem–Long Thanh railway to increase connectivity between two major international airports Tan Son Nhat and Long Thanh.

The southern province of Dong Nai, boasting huge potential for the development of sustainable industrial economy, aviation economy, logistics, and modern services, is poised to become a hub for green finance and innovative economy in the country and the region, according to economists.

By 2030, Dong Nai aims for average annual economic growth of at least 10%, with GRDP exceeding 1.2 quadrillion VND (45.4 billion USD) and per capita GRDP topping 250 million VND.

The first Party Congress of Dong Nai province opened in the southern locality on September 30, with Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and head of its Commission for Internal Affairs Phan Dinh Trac attending.

Dong Nai boasts a rich cultural heritage spanning thousands of years, found throughout the province. Notably, the Dong Nai Cultural and Nature Reserve, covering over 100,000 hectares, was recognised as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2011.

However, human–elephant conflict remains a pressing challenge that requires stronger and more coordinated action. The Elephant Conservation Week is expected to raise awareness, deepen understanding of elephants' behaviour, and foster greater compassion towards the species, contributing to long-term conservation.

Asian elephants are not only vital to biodiversity but also deeply rooted in the culture and beliefs of many nations, Nam said, adding that the elephant populations are experiencing severe declines, with Vietnam having fewer than 200 wild elephants left, scattered across provinces, with Dong Nai as a critical stronghold.

The southern province of Dong Nai plans to start construction of 18-trillion VND (682.5 million USD) Cat Lai bridge that connects Long Thanh International Airport and Ho Chi Minh City next year, according to Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Ho Van Ha.

The proposed Dong Nai FTZ will cover more than 8,200 hectares across seven sites connected with Long Thanh International Airport and Phuoc An Port. It will consist of four functional zones, namely a high-tech industrial production area, a logistics hub, a financial and commercial services centre, and an innovation cluster.

The cave system is in an arched formation, with colourful rock layers in predominantly brown hues forming the ceiling near the entrance. Some passages feature low ceilings that barely touch visitors’ heads.

Construction began on Component Project 1 covering the Gia Nghia (Lam Dong) – Chon Thanh (Dong Nai) section of the western North–South Expressway. With a total length of 124 km, the section is designed with six lanes and a speed of 120 km/h.

PM Chinh emphasised the airport’s vital role in driving socio-economic development, generating jobs, and improving livelihoods. He described the project as a new symbol of progress, not only for the Southeast region but for the entire country.

Dung hailed Coherent’s expansion in Vietnam as a gateway to deeper cooperation in hi-tech manufacturing, knowledge and technology transfer, and workforce training. The facility is to generate thousands of skilled jobs for Vietnamese workers.

The Immigration Division of southern Dong Nai province has issued Level-2 electronic identification (e-ID) accounts to over 200 foreign residents during the first two days of implementation, as part of the Ministry of Public Security’s 50-day campaign running from July 1 through August 19.

Over the past three months, the province completed the construction of 579 houses, beating the timeline set by the provincial steering committee for eliminating substandard houses by 45 days.

The project’s capital structure includes 5% public funding, 40% from domestic private investors, and the remaining 55% from foreign direct investment (FDI).

Dong Nai targets 1.1 billion in FDI in 2025, with industrial parks aiming for 800 million USD. Back in early February, the province granted investment certificates to 12 FDI and two domestic projects, respectively valued at over 680 million USD and nearly 1.5 trillion VND (60 million USD).

The “German Career Truck” will continue its journey to various provinces and cities across Vietnam until November 2025, helping more Vietnamese students learn about vocational education and job opportunities in Germany.