Dong Nai City maintains positive growth momentum

On the afternoon of May 5, Deputy Secretary of the City Party Committee, Chairman of Dong Nai City People's Committee Nguyen Van Ut chaired a meeting to review the implementation of Government Resolution No. 01/NQ-CP regarding the key tasks and solutions to implement the plan on socio-economic development and state budget estimate in 2026, as well as the city’s socio-economic situation in April.

Deputy Secretary of the City Party Committee, Chairman of Dong Nai City People's Committee Nguyen Van Ut delivers the concluding remarks at the meeting. Photo: Hoang Loc

Also attending were Member of the Standing Board of the City Party Committee, Standing Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee Nguyen Kim Long; Member of the Standing Board of the City Party Committee, Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee Nguyen Tuan Anh; and Member of the City Party Committee, Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee Ho Van Ha.

According to the report of the City People's Committee, in April 2026, Dong Nai's socio-economic situation continued to maintain positive growth momentum: The industrial production index increased by nearly 3.5% compared to the previous month and by more than 17% year-on-year; total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenue reached over VND36 trillion; tourism welcomed about 521,000 visitors with revenue reaching VND435 billion.

At the same time, state budget revenue reached nearly VND38.6 trillion, equivalent to 38% of the annual estimate. Investment attraction remained a highlight, with foreign direct investment (FDI) totaling USD1.26 billion and domestic investment reaching nearly VND17.8 trillion. Cultural and social sectors received continued attention; healthcare sector effectively controlled diseases; and social welfare was ensured.

Member of the City Party Committee, Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee Ho Van Ha discusses land clearance, public investment capital disbursement, and land use rights auctions. Photo: Hoang Loc

In May 2026, departments and agencies will focus on synchronously implementing tasks and solutions to promote growth. The Department of Finance will strengthen budget collection, tighten expenditures, and accelerate public investment disbursement. The Department of Industry and Trade will ensure electricity supply and support industrial and market development. The Department of Agriculture and Environment will address land-related bottlenecks, while the Department of Construction will focus on urban planning and expedite key projects.

Chairman of the City People's Committee Nguyen Van Ut noted that, alongside achievements, shortcomings remain: advisory work by some departments is still slow; there is still a tendency to shirk or avoid responsibility; and solutions to address inefficiencies, especially for underperforming projects, have not been fully effective.

Construction of the Ben Luc - Long Thanh expressway project in Dong Nai City.

According to the Chairman of the City People's Committee, this May will involve numerous major tasks, requiring strong focus from the entire political system. To achieve double-digit economic growth, increase public investment disbursement, and meet budget revenue targets, agencies must act more decisively, synchronously, and effectively.

Regarding the ceremony announcing the National Assembly’s resolution on the establishment of Dong Nai City, Chairman of the City People's Committee Nguyen Van Ut requested relevant departments, sectors and localities to proactively prepare reports, organize reception activities carefully, and ensure that all events are conducted solemnly, safely, and in compliance with regulations. The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism has been tasked with finalizing all preparations, from infrastructure and parade arrangements to cultural and artistic programs for the event.

By Hoang Loc - Translated by Mai Nga, Thu Ha