As of June 16, authorities in the central province had approved investment policies or granted investment registration certificates for 26 new projects.
The project aimed at supporting the development of the Chu Lai Open Economic Zone and surrounding areas, one of central Vietnam’s major economic and industrial hubs.
The central province attracting investment worth VND67.7 trillion (approximately $2.65 billion) in the first five months of 2026, more than eight times higher than the same period last year.
The projects spanning six key sectors, including industrial development, urban and housing projects, trade and services, healthcare, education, tourism, agriculture, environmental initiatives, and major regional transport infrastructure.
Proposed for the central province's Dong Trach Commune, the two projects represent a combined investment of approximately VND2.5 trillion (approx. $95 million).
The project including the construction of a road connecting Ho Sen Street to the Quan Mau roundabout on Lach Tray Street, along with upgrades to surrounding urban areas in Le Chan ward.
The expressway, connecting Ho Chi Minh City with Tien Giang, Ben Tre, Tra Vinh and Soc Trang, requiring estimated investment capital of VND69 trillion ($2.7 billion).