The Ministry of Construction has released a report on the progress of social housing development in the first nine months of 2025 and the implementation plan for the final quarter. According to the report, there are currently 692 social housing projects underway nationwide, totaling 633,559 units. Of these, 165 projects have been completed, providing 110,436 units; 147 projects are under construction, offering 135,033 units; and 380 projects have received investment approval, with a planned 388,090 units.
“Thus, the number of completed, initiated, and approved projects by 2025 reaches 59.6% of the target set in the scheme, which aims to construct approximately 1,062,200 units,” the Ministry’s report stated.
The report also highlights that in the first nine months of 2025, several provinces have achieved over 50% of their assigned targets, including Bac Ninh, Quang Ninh, Nghe An, and Lao Cai.
Provinces likely to meet or exceed their targets include Hai Phong, Hue, Tuyen Quang, Thai Nguyen, Phu Tho, Hung Yen, Bac Ninh, Quang Ninh, Nghe An, Tay Ninh, and Ca Mau.
Some provinces have yet to commence any projects, including Cao Bang, Son La, Dien Bien, and Lai Chau.
How far has the 1 million social housing scheme progressed?
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are expected to achieve over 50% of their targets. Specifically, Hanoi’s 2025 target is 4,670 units, with 2,060 completed, reaching 44%; 5,446 units are under construction. The projected completion for 2025 is 3,160 units, at 68%, leaving a shortfall of 1,510 units.
Ho Chi Minh City’s 2025 target is 13,040 units, with 4,277 completed; 13,936 units are under construction. The projected completion for 2025 is 6,902 units, at 53%, leaving a shortfall of 6,138 units.
Despite significant achievements, the Ministry of Construction notes challenges in social housing development. Some localities show insufficient commitment to social housing initiatives, and certain projects, though initiated, face delays or lack of progress.
While substantial land has been allocated for social housing, its quality remains inadequate. Many sites are poorly located, far from city centers, and lack essential infrastructure, rendering them unsuitable for immediate use. Slow land clearance further delays project timelines.
Many localities have not allocated local budgets for compensation, resettlement, and infrastructure development, leaving land unprepared for construction.
Additionally, some selected developers lack the financial capacity and experience, leading to project delays.
To address these issues, the Ministry of Construction urges focused leadership and oversight of developers to accelerate social housing projects. The goal is to meet the adjusted targets for 2025 and subsequent years until 2030.
Developers are instructed to mobilize resources and work intensively—employing “3 shifts, 4 teams” and overcoming weather challenges—to complete at least 17,000 units in 2025, laying the groundwork for future targets.
Localities must urgently review planning and allocate suitable land for social housing, ensuring proper infrastructure and accessibility. Concurrent development of utilities like electricity, water, transportation, and social amenities is essential to meet resident needs and optimize public investment, fostering growth.
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