Gia Lai approves 20 MW floating solar plant with battery storage at Plei Thơ Ga lake

Gia Lai Province has issued a plan to implement memoranda of understanding with the northeastern Cambodian provinces of Preah Vihear, Stung Treng and Ratanakiri in 2026, outlining cooperation activities across multiple sectors as part of the 2026–2030 partnership framework.

The province is intensifying efforts to achieve its 2026 Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) growth target of 10.2%, with local authorities accelerating investment projects, expanding production and strengthening key economic sectors during the first five months of the year.

Gia Lai’s producers under Vietnam’s One Commune One Product (OCOP) Programme are preparing to meet stricter national standards following the introduction of a new evaluation and ranking framework that places greater emphasis on branding, market development and product sustainability.

An Toan commune in Gia Lai province is increasingly leveraging its extensive forest resources to promote socio-economic development, raise household incomes and advance sustainable poverty reduction efforts.

Hundreds of offshore fishing vessels have returned to Tam Quan Fishing Port in early June with holds full of fish and squid, delivering a boost to local fishermen as seafood catches remain strong and prices show signs of improvement.

After years of delays caused by infrastructure bottlenecks and land clearance disputes, Hoa Hoi Industrial Park is showing significant progress, with phase 1 infrastructure largely completed, new investors entering the project, and preparations underway for phase 2 expansion.

Reporters from Gia Lai Newspaper and Radio & Television spoke with Mr. Nguyễn Đình Kha, Deputy Director of the Department of Industry and Trade, about preparations for the launch of E10 RON 95-III biofuel and public concerns surrounding fuel quality, safety, and supply.

As copyright infringement and illegal digital content distribution become increasingly sophisticated, Vietnamese authorities are stepping up efforts to strengthen intellectual property (IP) protection in the digital era.

Inside a sprawling 60,000-square-metre complex of laboratories and greenhouses, millions of acacia and eucalyptus seedlings grow under fluorescent lights in sterile glass jars. 

Gia Lai has become a major destination for large-scale livestock investment projects in recent years, particularly in the western part of the province. 

Authorities in Gia Lai province are seeking investors for a scenic rest stop project on the southern side of Vinh Hoi Pass, with a minimum investment requirement of 25 billion VND (about USD 960,000), excluding land lease fees.

Petrol retailers and distributors in Gia Lai province are preparing to fully replace conventional gasoline with E10 RON 95-III biofuel from June 1, as authorities push forward with plans to promote greener energy and reduce emissions.

Sweet potato processing businesses in Gia Lai province are expanding production of noodles, vermicelli, cakes and snacks in an effort to stabilize prices and reduce dependence on volatile fresh produce markets, as farmers continue to face losses from oversupply during peak harvest seasons.

The rapid growth in electricity demand and the accelerating shift toward renewable energy are increasing pressure on Vietnam’s power system, highlighting the urgent need for large-scale energy storage solutions.

Authorities in Gia Lai are accelerating construction and land clearance efforts for major transport infrastructure projects, including the second runway at Phu Cat Airport and strategic road links connecting industrial zones and ports, provincial officials said following a site inspection on May 11.

Vietnam has introduced sweeping tax relief measures for individuals, household businesses and small enterprises under a new government decree aimed at stimulating private sector development and encouraging business expansion.

Construction on Vietnam’s strategic Quy Nhon-Pleiku Expressway is accelerating during the dry season, but provincial authorities have warned that delays in central government funding allocation for 2026 could threaten project progress and place mounting pressure on contractors.

In April 2026, the Gia Lai Provincial People’s Committee issued Document No. 3861/UBND-KGVX, authorising the use of the geographical name “Gia Lai” for registration of the certification trademark “Gia Lai durian”.

Gia Lai Province is intensifying efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing through stricter enforcement, expanded digital monitoring and stronger accountability measures, following the issuance of Directive No. 34/CĐ-TTg by Deputy Prime Minister Hồ Quốc Dũng on April 25.

Petrolimex Gia Lai One Member Limited Liability Company will fully transition all of its retail fuel outlets to E10 RON 95-III and V biofuel from June 1, 2026, ending the sale of conventional gasoline across its entire network.

Gia Lai is restructuring its One Commune One Product (OCOP) program with a stronger focus on food products, prioritizing quality standardization, value-chain production, brand development and market expansion.

Cooperatives in Gia Lai province are accelerating a transition to organic pepper cultivation, aligning with stricter global market standards while boosting export value and long-term sustainability.

An alternate wetting and drying (AWD) irrigation model deployed across eastern communes during the 2025-2026 winter-spring crop has significantly reduced emissions, saved water and improved rice yields, according to provincial agricultural authorities.

Gia Lai province is intensifying efforts to attract investment and accelerate sustainable economic growth in 2026, targeting 170 new projects as part of its broader 2026-2030 development strategy focused on infrastructure expansion, administrative reform and green industrial development.