The Ministry of Construction’s recent report on the implementation of social housing development targets highlights five key challenges in Vietnam’s social housing sector.
First, some localities have not prioritized social housing development. They have failed to include social housing targets in their annual and five-year socio-economic development plans and have not established steering committees for social housing projects.
Second, the number of completed projects falls short of the set goals. Several social housing projects have been initiated but are either stalled or progressing slowly.
Third, while localities have allocated sufficient land for social housing, the quality of this land is often inadequate. Many plots are poorly located, far from city centers, and lack essential technical and social infrastructure, making them unsuitable for immediate use. Land clearance delays further hinder project timelines.
Fourth, many localities have not allocated local budgets for compensation, resettlement, and technical infrastructure development to ensure “clean” land for projects.
Fifth, some selected developers lack the financial capacity and experience, leading to project delays.
According to the Ministry of Construction, as of the first nine months of 2025, Vietnam has completed 43,681 out of 100,275 planned social housing units, achieving 43.6%. By the end of 2025, an additional 39,245 units are expected to be completed, bringing the total to 82,926 units (83% of the target). Construction is underway for 135,033 units, with 54,362 units started in 69 projects during the first nine months.
In Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, completion rates are below 50% of the 2025 targets. Hanoi has completed 2,060 units (44% of its 4,670-unit target) and is constructing 5,446 units, with an expected 2025 completion of 3,160 units (68%). Ho Chi Minh City has completed 4,277 units (33% of its 13,040-unit target) and is constructing 13,936 units, with an expected 2025 completion of 6,902 units (53%).
The Ministry of National Defense, Ministry of Public Security, and the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor have made progress. The Ministry of Public Security launched four projects with 3,200 units in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City on August 19, 2025. The Vietnam General Confederation of Labor started a 525-unit project in Dong Thap and plans four more projects in Vinh Long, Bac Ninh, and Quang Ngai by year-end.
The Ministry of Construction reports that Bac Ninh, Quang Ninh, Nghe An, and Lao Cai have completed over 50% of their 2025 targets. Hai Phong, Hue, Tuyen Quang, Thai Nguyen, Phu Tho, Hung Yen, Bac Ninh, Quang Ninh, Nghe An, Tay Ninh, and Ca Mau are on track to meet or exceed their targets.
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