Turning the dream of settled housing into reality for workers

The dream of stable housing for migrant workers is gradually taking shape through social housing projects being implemented across Dong Nai.

A social housing project in Phuoc Tan ward. Photo: Hoang Loc

The province has stepped up its social housing development program with encouraging results. In 2025, Dong Nai was among the localities exceeding the Government’s assigned targets, completing more than 4,600 social housing units, or 112% of the plan. This outcome not only contributes to social security but also lays a foundation for sustainable development, helping turn workers’ housing aspirations into reality.

A strong shift

In recent years, Dong Nai has identified social housing development as a key task closely linked to its industrial growth and urbanization strategy. A notable milestone came on October 9, 2025, when the province established a steering committee for social housing development. The body is tasked with directing the fulfillment of development targets while coordinating the resolution of related bottlenecks. This move reflects strong political determination and places the program under a more centralized and consistent management framework.

During implementation meetings, provincial leaders have repeatedly stressed the need to accelerate progress toward social housing targets.

In practice, a series of projects have been rolled out across key localities, including a workers’ housing area (Phase 2) in Nhon Trach commune, a social housing apartment complex in the Bau Xeo Residential Area in Trang Bom commune, and other projects in Long Hung, Phuoc Tan, Tan Trieu, and An Phuoc. Located in major industrial zones, these developments help address workers' accommodation needs close to their workplaces.

In 2025, Dong Nai surpassed the Government’s targets, while in early 2026, multiple projects were launched, creating momentum for the province to achieve its goal of more than 8,000 units this year.

The benefits of the policy are becoming increasingly visible to residents. Nguyen Van Hung, a worker at Nhon Trach Industrial Park (IP), shared that his family previously lived in cramped rented accommodation with rising costs. With a social housing project now available near his workplace, the prospect of a stable life has become more tangible.

Similarly, Tran Thi Mai, a worker at Bau Xeo IP, said many of her colleagues are paying close attention to the social housing apartment project in Trang Bom. “With reasonable prices and access to preferential loans, we all hope to own an apartment and settle down for the long term,” she noted.

Toward long-term stability

From policy direction to concrete action, Dong Nai is steadily turning workers’ housing dreams into reality. As housing demand continues to rise, the province aims to complete nearly 64,700 social housing units by 2030. This reality poses a significant challenge that requires stronger, more coordinated efforts.

Drawing on practical experience from projects across the province, Dong Nai is gradually refining its approach, expanding investment scale while removing bottlenecks in procedures, land availability, and capital. Member of the Provincial Party Committee and Vice Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee Ho Van Ha said the results achieved in recent years have come from proactive efforts to remove difficulties and obstacles for investors and to implement new central policies effectively. This direction will also remain the guiding orientation in the coming period.

The province’s orientation is not only to meet immediate housing demand but also to develop modern, sustainable residential areas that align with the requirements of an industrialized urban center.

Alongside accelerating ongoing projects, provincial leaders are focusing on key solutions, including allocating appropriate land funds, prioritizing areas near industrial parks, streamlining investment procedures, increasing access to preferential credit, and developing synchronized infrastructure to improve living standards in social housing areas.

In reality, people’s expectations go beyond having a place to live. Le Van Tuan, a worker in Nhon Trach commune, emphasized that procedures need to be more accessible, as many workers still face difficulties completing application documents. Meanwhile, Mai Thi Lai, a worker at Amata IP, expressed hope that social housing areas will be more comprehensively developed, with schools, healthcare, and supporting services to ensure a sustainable living environment.

From resolute direction to tangible projects gradually taking shape, Dong Nai is steadily narrowing the gap between policy and reality. When workers have stable housing, they can feel secure enough to stay, commit to their work, and contribute to local development over the long term. The dream of secure housing in the heart of an industrial urban center is therefore no longer far-fetched as it is taking visible shape through every project and each new home, where a stable and sustainable life begins.

By Kim Lieu – Translated by M.Nguyet, Minho