On August 15, the People’s Committee of Quang Ninh Province issued Document No. 3226/QD-UBND, approving Sun Group as the investor for the Van Don Casino Complex project – a pilot casino complex for Vietnamese people.
Earlier, the project was approved by the Prime Minister in Decision No. 1395/QD-TTg dated June 27, 2025. According to the approved plan, the project has a total area of 244.45 hectares and an investment of over $2 billion. The construction and operation duration is expected to be within 9 years from the date of land allocation.
One of the notable highlights of the project is the high-end casino activity, which will be piloted for Vietnamese people, but with strict criteria as prescribed by law.
In addition, the complex is planned as a high-end tourism and entertainment area, including main items such as casinos, hotels, resorts, condotels, commercial townhouses, shopping centers, offices, conference centers, sports, entertainment, and healthcare facilities.
Apart from the casino, the project also integrates tourism, resort, and entertainment services to cater to international visitors as well as a part of domestic tourists. The project is positioned as a closed complex, expected to contribute to the development of Van Don Economic Zone and Quang Ninh tourism.
Project illustration. Image: Sun Group
Previously in Quang Ninh, Sun Group has participated in many large-scale infrastructure and tourism projects such as Van Don International Airport – Vietnam’s first private international airport, Ha Long International Passenger Port, and expressways connecting Ha Long – Van Don and Van Don – Mong Cai. The group has also invested in entertainment and resort complexes like Sun World Ha Long, Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh, and Oakwood Ha Long. These works have contributed significantly to expanding Quang Ninh’s transportation, service, and tourism infrastructure.
With the approval of the Van Don Casino Complex project, Sun Group continues its presence in the province. The project is expected to add a new destination to Quang Ninh’s strategy of becoming an international tourism center, a marine economic center, and a gateway to the key northern economic region according to the provincial planning for the 2021-2030 period, with a vision towards 2050.
Investing Over $2 Billion in a Mega Casino Resort Project in Van Don
“Sun Group has been given the green light to develop an integrated resort and casino project in Van Don, Vietnam. With a staggering investment of over $2 billion, the project encompasses an area of more than 244 hectares. The resort and casino complex promises to be a landmark development, offering a plethora of entertainment and leisure options for visitors from all around the globe.”
The New Ho Chi Minh City Administrative Center: A Visionary Hub in the Heart of the City
Nestled amidst three major roads and just 3 km from the heart of Saigon ward, the proposed site for the new Ho Chi Minh City administrative center boasts a strategic location. With seamless infrastructure connections, it neighbors the over-1,000-billion-VND Children’s Palace project.
What’s Happening to the Quang Ninh Oysters?
The oyster traders are currently buying oysters in Quang Ninh at a rock-bottom price of just 5,000 VND per kg from farmers. This record low price for oysters in recent years has left oyster farmers facing a multitude of challenges and difficulties.
Oyster Capital Van Don in Distress: Cheap Chinese Imports Flood the Market
The influx of cheap, unverified oysters into Quang Ninh province has had a direct impact on local farmers and the reputation of regional produce. In response, the Van Don Special Zone in Quang Ninh has mobilized forces to conduct comprehensive inspections and controls along the entire supply chain, from ports to restaurants. The aim is to decisively halt the infiltration of Chinese “yellow oysters” masquerading as the renowned Van Don oysters.
The Speed of Development: Sun Group Transforms Neglected Plot into a Major Construction Site.
Sun Group has made a significant move by investing nearly VND 5,000 billion to acquire the Constrexim Complex project from CTX Holdings. This ambitious undertaking was immediately followed by a bustling construction site, signifying the project’s rapid progress. The highly anticipated launch of this project boasts competitive pricing, ranging from VND 130 to 180 million per square meter.
