Vietnam had disbursed VND477.18 trillion (about $18.1 billion) in public investment capital as of August 20, equivalent to 46.7% of the target for 2026 assigned by the Prime Minister, according to the Ministry of Finance.
After more than eight months, less than half of the annual public investment plan has been disbursed, leaving considerable pressure on authorities as the remaining time in 2026 becomes increasingly limited.
The pressure is particularly evident in major transport infrastructure projects. Under a Government dispatch issued by the Prime Minister on August 30, seven expressway routes involving 14 projects and component projects are being implemented in northern Vietnam. However, several projects continue to face difficulties in land clearance and securing supplies of construction materials.
In addition, some projects targeted for completion in 2026 still have substantial construction volumes remaining, while the available construction period is relatively short.
For projects scheduled for completion this year, as well as those launched in 2025 but falling behind schedule, authorities are required to do more than accelerate capital disbursement. They must also adjust construction plans, mobilise additional resources and organise construction more efficiently to make up for outstanding workloads.
The Government is seeking stronger coordination among ministries, local authorities, investors and contractors to accelerate implementation and ensure public investment capital is converted into completed infrastructure and economic growth momentum.
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