On March 4, 2026, the People's Committee of Lam Dong province issued Decision No. 720/QD-UBND approving Phan Thiet Sun Airport Company Limited (part of Sun Group) as the investor for the construction of Phan Thiet Civil Airport.
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The decision was issued based on the evaluation of bid documents and the appraisal steps as stipulated by the Law on Bidding and related legal documents. The total investment capital of the project is over 3,800 billion VND. The approval of the investor selection results marks an important step in the implementation of the Phan Thiet Civil Airport project. Upon completion and operation, the airport is expected to be a launching pad for the development of tourism in Lam Dong province, shortening travel time and connecting Mui Ne directly with the rest of the country and internationally. At the same time, the project is also seen as a driving force for regional economic connectivity, attracting large-scale investment projects in resort services, commerce, and real estate, creating more jobs for the locality. The airport also plays a strategic role in the South Central air transport network, contributing to promoting regional linkages and strengthening economic connectivity with neighboring provinces and internationally.