Vietnam’s premier developer, Sun Group, has secured approval to lead the development of a monumental US $2 billion integrated resort in the Van Don Economic Zone, Quang Ninh province. This mega-project received in-principle endorsement from Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on June 27, 2025, and was officially greenlit by the Quang Ninh People’s Committee in August 2025.

A World-Class Entertainment Ecosystem with Local Access

Spanning 244.45 hectares, with much of the area comprising forest land nestled against the coast, the resort is master-planned to include a luxury casino, high-rise hotels and resorts, condotels, shophouses, office complexes, convention centers, indoor sports and recreation facilities, as well as wellness and cultural venues. Importantly, this will be the second venue in Vietnam—after Phu Quoc’s Corona Resort—to allow Vietnamese citizens to gamble under a carefully regulated pilot scheme, complete with entry levies instead of more stringent financial eligibility checks.

Phased Development Toward 2032 Full Commissioning

Construction is set to roll out across three phases, beginning once land allocation is finalized, and is expected to span nine years. According to an environmental impact report, the resort aims to be fully operational by the second quarter of 2032, featuring 214 casino tables and 2,140 slot machines. Upon completion, the development will operate under a 70-year license from the date of investor approval.

A Strategic Boost to Vietnam’s Tourism and Economy

Sun Group is positioning Van Don to emerge as a premier tourism and entertainment destination, on par with Macau and Las Vegas. The resort is designed to host international-scale art performances, 24/7 cultural shows, and upscale wellness programming—cementing its role as a vibrant, self-contained tourism hub. Nguyen Quang Huy, Chairman of Sun Group’s Northern Region, affirmed:

“We believe this project will create unprecedented experiences for guests, while making a significant contribution to Quang Ninh’s economy and driving the Van Don Economic Zone forward to become a new benchmark of tourism and entertainment in Vietnam.”

Building on a Solid Infrastructure Foundation

This initiative extends Sun Group’s already substantial footprint in Quang Ninh—an area enriched by marquee developments such as Van Don International Airport (Vietnam’s first private international airport), Ha Long International Cruise Port, expressways linking Van Don with Ha Long and Mong Cai, Sun World Ha Long, Yoko Onsen, and Oakwood Ha Long resort. Together, these assets form an integrated air–sea–land infrastructure ecosystem, laying a robust foundation for the new resort’s success.

Beyond providing access and entertainment, the Van Don casino resort represents a pivotal economic lever. The project is poised to generate thousands of construction and service jobs, attract both global tourists and affluent domestic travelers, mobilize foreign investment, and significantly boost state revenues and regional development. Its long-term operational tenure (70 years) underscores both commercial viability and strategic importance.