Bien Hoa Industrial Park to closeThe southern province of Dong Nai has been working with agencies on a project to turn Bien Hoa I Industrial Zone into a commercial and service centre. Dong Nai province’s authorities expect to turn Bien Hoa I Industrial zone into a commercial and service area. The Bien Hoa I Industrial Zone has 80 businesses, 40 of which have a land-lease contract until 2051. According to Sonadezi, the total cost of the project is 15 trillion VND (658 million USD), including 2.4 trillion VND for construction and equipment, 7.5 trillion VND for compensation and clearance, and 1.3 trillion VND for supporting businesses and labourers. Millions of people in Bien Hoa city and neighbouring southern provinces are affected by the polluted water from the Dong Nai River.

Source: VietNamNet News May 19, 2018 11:37 UTC