Inspired by Dubai, Da Nang Plans to Develop an Urban Area Along the City's Bay
Officials hope the move will achieve a success similar to that of Dubai.
Tuan Chau Group Wants to Build Massive 'Mega Resort' in Vung Tau
The proposed Vung Tau Marina City will include an amusement park, movie theater, performance center, high-end apartments, villas, and luxury restaurants. It will accommodate 7,500 residents and 12,000...
Saigon's Landmark 81 to Finish in 2018, Becoming Vietnam's Tallest Skyscraper
Vietnam’s construction industry is reaching new heights with the skyscraper project Landmark 81.
Vietnam to Build $5bn, 139km High-Speed Railway From Saigon to Can Tho
Once the high-speed railway is finished, it will only take 45 minutes to travel from Saigon to Can Tho.
What’s Inside Hanoi’s Upcoming Entirely Made-in-Japan Smart Town?
In less than a decade, some Hanoi residents might be able to live and work in a smart town that’s built entirely with Japanese technologies.
Vingroup, T&T Want to Undertake Feasibility Studies for 3 Metro Lines in Hanoi
Two local conglomerates have expressed interest in conducting feasibility studies for three metro routes in Hanoi.
Quang Ninh Wants to Build a Tunnel Under Ha Long Bay
To address heavy traffic and storm-related disturbances on the bridge which currently connects to Ha Long Bay, authorities have proposed a 1.3-kilometer long tunnel to serve the UNESCO heritage site.&...
Vietnam Hopes to Start $50bn Project to Build High-Speed North-South Railway in 2020
The long-delayed project is expected to be actualized, beginning in 2020.
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This New Map of Every Planned Saigon Metro Line Will Leave You Drooling
A Saigon-based blogger and rail enthusiast has released an updated map of the city's long-dreamed of metro system.
[Video] Take a Ride on the Saigon Waterbus
Now that the Saigon Waterbus has been open for a few weeks, the service is starting to settle into a rhythm, with six daily trips from each terminus.
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On Preserving Laos' Botanical Diversity in the Garden of Luang Prabang
In a region where rapid urbanization, hydropower development and resource demand is devastating natural ecosystems, a dedicated team is working hard to preserve Laos’ unique plant species.
Singaporean Real Estate Company Pours $177m Into Residential Project in D4
Singaporean property developer CapitaLand has announced that it is planning to build its latest residential development in Saigon's District 4.
Phu Quoc to Transform Old Airport Into New Urban Zone
The leadership of Phu Quoc has unveiled a plan to turn the island's old airport into a new urban area.
Japan's Aid Agency Voices Concerns Over Vietnam's Handling of ODA Loans for Metro Projects
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is not happy about how the Vietnamese government manages its official development assistance (ODA) loans.
Chinese-Backed Projects in Vietnam Get Bad Rap for Poor Quality, Rampant Delays
The trial run for Hanoi’s inaugural railway has been cancelled by the Chinese building team, which further perpetuates the stereotype of troublesome Chinese construction projects in the country.
Saigon Puts an End to Projects to Build Apartments Under 25 Square Meters
Ho Chi Minh City officials have closed the door on a government plan to build small apartments in order to prevent overcrowding and the creation of “elevated slums.”
Saigon Delays Construction of 2nd Metro Line to 2020
While the construction of Saigon’s first metro line has been riddled by delays, things are looking even gloomier for the next line which may take another decade to become a reality.
[Photos] Unique Thai Nguyen Primary School Criticized for Alleged High Cost, Low Attendance
A toxic rumor has cast doubt on a primary school project in one of Thai Nguyen province’s most secluded communes.
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A Tale of Two Plans: Thu Thiem, Phu My Hung and Future Saigon
Across the Saigon River from central District 1’s glass-and-steel skyscrapers, the Thu Thiem New Urban Area is slowly – very slowly – taking shape. Named after the swampy peninsula on which it sits, t...
Vietnamese Firm Suggests Chinese Power Plant Contractor to Take on Construction of Long Thanh Airport
Although it still only exists on paper, Long Thanh International Airport is already embroiled in its first controversy regarding prospective contractors.
