To fully capitalize on the advantages of Long Thanh International Airport, Dong Nai Province is moving to implement the directives outlined in Conclusion Notice No. 420-TB/VPTW dated November 17, 2025, issued by the Party Central Committee’s Office on the conclusions of Party General Secretary To Lam at a working session on the project held in November 2023 (Conclusion Notice No. 420).

On December 24, CT UAV Joint Stock Company (CT UAV), a subsidiary of CT Group, held a working session to introduce unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technologies to the Dong Nai Department of Science and Technology and representatives of relevant departments and agencies. The session was attended by Pham Van Trinh, Member of the Provincial Party Committee and Director of the Dong Nai Department of Science and Technology.

Following the merger, the new Dong Nai Province now boasts the nation’s largest industrial scale. Across the province, 81 industrial parks have been planned, covering a combined area of more than 39,600 hectares; one hi-tech park spanning 497 hectares; and the Hoa Lu Border Gate Economic Zone, with an area exceeding 25,800 hectares.

The United Overseas Bank (UOB) projected Viet Nam’s fourth-quarter growth at 7.2 percent on-year, following a strong 8.23 per cent rise in the third quarter, the highest since the post-COVID rebound, in its report released on December 22.

National key projects being implemented in Dong Nai province are currently filled with an atmosphere of urgent and accelerated work. Notably, two projects have been honoured by the presence of Government leaders at their inauguration and plaque attaching ceremonies in celebration of the 14th National Party Congress.

Dong Nai province is focusing on multiple solutions to bring its signature local products, including products from the One Commune One Product (OCOP) programme onto e-commerce platforms and to promote trade through digital channels. At the same time, the province is implementing various training programmes and support activities to help local businesses and cooperatives promote OCOP products on online platforms.

Supporting industries are the foundation for sustainable development, not only providing raw materials for many other industries but also enhancing the competitiveness of finished industrial products. Developing supporting industries is a key solution to achieving industrial self-sufficiency in Vietnam's future.

Food safety and quality management, especially in preparation for the Lunar New Year 2026 (Year of the Fire Horse), is a key focus of Dong Nai Province. Recently, the provincial Department of Agriculture and Environment launched a survey program for livestock farming and food processing facilities across the province, aiming to control food safety and quality at the source, specifically during the production and processing stages.

On the morning of December 23, the Department of Agriculture and Environment held a communication conference to raise awareness and promote environmental awareness among fisheries sector production activities. The event was held under the theme: "Joining hands to minimize waste in agricultural production, especially fisheries production in Dong Nai province in 2025."

On the afternoon of December 22, Nguyen Thi Hoang, Member of the Provincial Party Committee and Vice Chairwoman of the Dong Nai Provincial People’s Committee, held a meeting with relevant departments, local authorities, and mining operators. The purpose was to review the allocation of construction materials, assess progress in resolving legal obstacles, and propose measures to ensure an adequate supply of stone for national key projects and major transportation sector initiatives in 2026.

Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into Vietnam’s southern key economic region are poised for continued strong growth as a series of major strategic infrastructure projects are set to come into operation, ushering in a new development cycle for the entire region.

In recent meetings and dialogues between provincial leaders and foreign direct investment (FDI) enterprises, issues related to on-the-spot import–export operations and tax refunds have emerged as key concerns, as companies report persistent difficulties and bottlenecks that require resolution.

With a large area of land dedicated to annual crops, Dong Nai province has established numerous specialised zones for leafy and fruit vegetables such as bitter melon, cucumber, gourd, and squash, which generate substantial profits.

On December 20, at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment in coordination with the Hanoi People’s Committee held the Vietnam OCOP Festival 2025.

Agro-forestry-aquatic exports totalled 64.01 billion USD in the first 11 months of 2025. If performance in the final month matches that of recent months, the figure could approach 70 billion USD, far exceeding the 65-billion-USD target set for the year.