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Transparent land valuation key to unlocking investment, experts say

Transparent land valuation key to unlocking investment, experts say

The 2024 Land Law has abolished the long-standing land price framework and requires local authorities to issue annual land price tables that more closely reflect market values.
Construction materials market shows signs of easing after price surge

Construction materials market shows signs of easing after price surge

Several steel companies have announced price cuts for construction steel products, marking the first downward adjustments this year and offering some relief to contractors facing rising project costs.  
Hubexo Asia Awards 2026 celebrates excellence, innovation in Việt Nams construction, architecture sectors

Hubexo Asia Awards 2026 celebrates excellence, innovation in Việt Nam's construction, architecture sectors

Việt Nam''s most outstanding developers, architecture firms and contractors were honoured at the Hubexo Asia Awards 2026 in HCM City last week for their contributions to shaping the country''s built environment through innovation, sustainability and project excellence.
Building materials sector pushed beyond raw extraction

Building materials sector pushed beyond raw extraction

Rising costs, carbon pressure and supply shortages are forcing the construction materials industry towards greener and higher-value production.
Plans discussed to strengthen multimodal transport connectivity

Plans discussed to strengthen multimodal transport connectivity

Import-export turnover reached nearly US$930 billion last year, while cargo transport volume exceeded 3 billion tonnes, up 14.1 per cent year-on-year.
HCM City forum discusses sustainable high-rise urban development

HCM City forum discusses sustainable high-rise urban development

Cities like HCM City need to improve resource efficiency and pursue sustainable high-rise development strategies amid increasingly limited resources.
Construction ministry proposes bold reforms to cut red tape

Construction ministry proposes bold reforms to cut red tape

The Ministry of Construction has proposed sweeping reforms to streamline administrative procedures in the construction sector with the principle that each construction project should undergo only one administrative procedure before breaking ground.
Construction contracts to be adjusted amid surging material prices

Construction contracts to be adjusted amid surging material prices

There are currently 44 projects under the supervision and direction of the Steering Committee for key projects, with a total investment capital of approximately VNĐ569 trillion (US$21.63 billion).
Green building materials need a boost to shape the market

Green building materials need a boost to shape the market

This was highlighted at the workshop titled "Green Building Materials – A Trend for Sustainable Development", held in Hà Nội on Tuesday.
Ministries eyes affordable housing as apartment prices surge

Ministries eyes affordable housing as apartment prices surge

The Ministry of Construction is eyeing new mechanisms to promote affordable commercial housing as apartment prices have skyrocketed in major cities
Jet fuel supply secured for holiday peak

Jet fuel supply secured for holiday peak

Jet fuel supply is expected to meet demand through the end of April and the upcoming Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers'' Day (May 1) holiday peak, authorities confirmed.
Ministry seeks solutions as fuel-driven surge in materials prices weigh on construction cost

Ministry seeks solutions as fuel-driven surge in materials prices weigh on construction cost

Fuel prices, particularly for diesel, jumped significantly in March, pushing up prices across a range of construction materials due to higher production and transportation expenses.
Build to Last 2026 conference discusses sustainable urban development

Build to Last 2026 conference discusses sustainable urban development

As Việt Nam undergoes one of the fastest urbanisation cycles in Asia, the demand for sustainable infrastructure, resilient urban planning, and green construction solutions continues to grow rapidly, experts said at the Build to Last 2026 conference held in HCM City on Tuesday.
Construction material firms raise prices as energy costs surge

Construction material firms raise prices as energy costs surge

The VACC has urged the Government to introduce support measures, warning that volatility in fuel and material prices is directly affecting contractors, particularly those involved in transport infrastructure projects that consume large volumes of fuel and bulk materials.
At least 10 per cent reduction in pilotage service fees offered for all Vietnamese-flagged vessels

At least 10 per cent reduction in pilotage service fees offered for all Vietnamese-flagged vessels

The timely and coordinated actions taken by regulatory authorities and the business community will not only help ease cost pressures but also ensure smooth maritime transport, and stabilise the supply of goods and energy for the economy.