Investments

Southeast Region Doubles Down on Public Investment Disbursement Acceleration

Ho Chi Minh City, the economic powerhouse of Vietnam, is poised to achieve an impressive 95% of its capital investment plan, setting a benchmark for neighboring provinces like Tay Ninh and Dong Nai to follow suit.

Administrator

7 October, 2025

Long Thanh International Airport’s passenger terminal under accelerated construction. (Photo: Cong Phong/TTXVN)

As the fourth quarter of 2025 begins, Southeast provinces are intensifying efforts in a final push to disburse public investment funds. Leading the charge is Ho Chi Minh City, the nation’s economic powerhouse, aiming to achieve 95% of its capital plan. This momentum is expected to inspire neighboring provinces like Tay Ninh and Dong Nai. The “double acceleration” strategy is being implemented through decisive measures to ensure timely progress, efficient capital utilization, and regional socio-economic infrastructure development.

The Economic Powerhouse Accelerates, Inspiring Regional Momentum

As of October 1, Ho Chi Minh City has disbursed VND 59,655 billion from the state budget, reaching 49.9% of the Prime Minister’s allocated plan and 39.3% of the People’s Committee’s distribution plan.

Despite improvements in September, the city government recognizes the need to “double the pace” in Q4 to meet annual disbursement goals and ensure effective budget utilization.

Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, Nguyen Van Duoc, has directed investors, project management boards, and related units to accelerate construction and disbursement, targeting 95% of the 2025 capital plan.

The city is also launching the “Determined Acceleration, Double Productivity” campaign, fostering a vibrant competitive spirit in preparation for the City Party Congress and the 14th National Party Congress.

Ho Chi Minh City leaders emphasize that public investment disbursement is not only an economic task but also a critical political responsibility, reflecting the management capabilities and accountability of each unit and leader. Agencies and departments must focus resources on resolving land clearance, procedural, and investment capital bottlenecks to ensure uninterrupted construction and prevent capital stagnation.

Additionally, the city will strictly hold accountable units with low disbursement rates, especially their leaders, while commending and rewarding collectives and individuals who exceed targets or implement effective initiatives.

Simultaneously, numerous civic projects such as the City Children’s Palace, Phu Tho Racecourse Park, Women’s Cultural House Base 1, and initiatives for road expansion, canal renovation, and urban beautification are being expedited, significantly enhancing the city’s appearance and residents’ quality of life.

Multiple construction machines at work on Ring Road 3 in Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai section. (Photo: Cong Phong/TTXVN)

Racing to Meet Targets

Beyond Ho Chi Minh City, Southeast provinces like Tay Ninh and Dong Nai are in their final sprint to disburse public investment funds, aiming to fulfill 100% of the 2025 plan.

In Tay Ninh, as of September 29, the province has disbursed VND 3,748 billion, achieving 65.59% of the annual plan. The Provincial Project Management Board, managing 71 projects totaling over VND 3,295 billion, has reached 70% disbursement and is on track for full completion by year-end.

Vice Chairman of the Tay Ninh People’s Committee, Nguyen Hong Thanh, stresses that public investment disbursement is a central task directly impacting the province’s socio-economic development.

Tay Ninh aims to disburse 100% of allocated funds by December 31, 2025. He urges departments, agencies, and localities to collaborate closely in resolving land and procedural issues, and directs the State Treasury of Region XVIII to ensure transparent guidance to avoid confusion.

During an early October meeting, Tay Ninh leaders instructed investors to proactively ensure accurate and complete settlement dossiers to prevent delays. Priority will be given to critical projects like Component 4 of the Ho Chi Minh City-Moc Bai Expressway, awaiting funds for compensation and land clearance, for resolution in Q4 2025.

In Dong Nai, disbursement progress remains slower than anticipated. According to the Provincial Department of Finance, as of September 10, Dong Nai has disbursed VND 11.8 trillion, reaching 33% of the capital plan and 37% of the Prime Minister’s target. Challenges primarily stem from land clearance and on-site implementation issues.

To meet the government’s 100% disbursement mandate, Dong Nai is mobilizing all resources for the final stretch. Investors have committed to specific timelines, with the Provincial Land Development Center pledging to disburse its entire VND 3,000 billion allocation, and the Chon Thanh Area Project Management Board aiming for October completion, currently at 90% progress.

Chairman of the Dong Nai People’s Committee, Vo Tan Duc, affirms that the province will enforce strict rewards and penalties, linking disbursement results to performance evaluations and personnel appointments. High-performing units will be commended, while underperforming ones will face demotion or reassignment. Biweekly progress reviews by the Department of Home Affairs and Department of Finance will inform accountability measures until year-end.

United in the goal of efficient, timely, and transparent disbursement, Southeast provinces are fostering a vibrant competitive spirit, driving robust action across the political system./.

Hong Dat

– 10:41 07/10/2025