Vietnam fast-tracks housing and infrastructure projects with new land rules

The Vietnamese government has announced a major overhaul aimed at accelerating housing and infrastructure development across the country. The new policy allows land acquisition and construction to begin before compensation arrangements for affected residents are finalized. Displaced residents will be given priority access to new housing within their original neighborhoods. The government also plans to introduce clearer criteria for land acquisition and improve transparency in land valuation. These reforms are designed to remove bureaucratic bottlenecks and support broader economic growth.