The Urban Land Institute (ULI) is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing responsible land use and creating thriving, sustainable communities worldwide. Founded in 1936, ULI brings together a multidisciplinary network of over 40,000 members across the real estate and land use industry.
ULI Vietnam is part of ULI’s growing Asia Pacific network—connecting local leaders with global insights, research, and best practices. Through convenings, knowledge sharing, and industry collaboration, ULI Vietnam aims to support the development of more resilient, inclusive, and future-ready urban environments.
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𝐔𝐋𝐈 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐋𝐈 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐢
ULI Vietnam was pleased to join industry leaders, investors, developers, and city-makers from across the region at the ULI Asia Pacific Summit 2026 in Shanghai.
Over four days, delegates engaged in keynote sessions, panel discussions, networking events, and study tours exploring the forces shaping the future of real estate and urban development across Asia Pacific.
The Summit offered a valuable opportunity to exchange perspectives, strengthen regional connections, and gain insights into emerging trends—from capital markets and sustainability to innovation, urban transformation, and the future of cities.
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Day 2 Highlights | ULI Asia Pacific Summit 2026 ✨️
Energy, Insights, and Momentum!
Day 2 of the Asia Pacific Summit unfolded at a steady, thoughtful pace—bringing delegates beyond the conference halls and into the fabric of Shanghai.
🏢 Study tours across Panlong Xintiandi, the Bunds, Qiantan and beyond offered first-hand perspectives on how the city continues to evolve, balancing heritage with innovation.
🌐 Back at the Summit, conversations at the Capital Markets Forum reflected both caution and conviction. While some questioned the regional outlook, others pointed to emerging opportunities, particularly in Japan, Australia and China. A recurring theme was the importance of perspective—recognising that markets are shaped as much by sentiment as by fundamentals.
💡 ULI Minds sessions added further depth, exploring AI, infrastructure, housing affordability and the changing nature of living sectors. The day closed with the Awards for Excellence, celebrating projects that are setting new benchmarks for impact across the region.
📝 Explore the Programme: https://lnkd.in/g3MyBVVs
📱 Stay updated via the ULI Events App
📷 Don’t forget to share your experience using #ULIAPSummit2026, and tag ULI Asia Pacific on LinkedIn and @uli_asiapac on Instagram.
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Day 3 Highlights | ULI Asia Pacific Summit 2026 🚀
The Summit’s main day last Wednesday, 27 May, featured a strong lineup of sessions that showcased the ULI Asia Pacific community’s leadership and impact on the global real estate stage.
Discussions spanned geopolitical shifts, economic outlooks, and AI’s influence on real estate, alongside insights on China’s market evolution, the 2026 ULI Hines Student Competition Asia Pacific awards, and a handover moment for setting the stage for the next ULI Asia Pacific Summit in Singapore next year.
🌍 Geopolitics & Economics: What’s Next on Asia Pacific’s Rollercoaster?
The panel struck an optimistic tone on US–China relations, describing them as “frenemies” with easing tensions. Dr. Robert Yap noted continued business engagement post-summit as a positive signal.
⚖️ The Great Debate: This House Believes AI Will Make Most Global Office Space Redundant Within a Decade
A lively exchange on AI’s impact on office space ended in a tie, underscoring uncertainty around the future of work and real estate.
🎓 The 2026 ULI Hines Student Competition Asia Pacific
The winners of the 2026 ULI Hines Student Competition Asia Pacific have been announced at the ULI Asia Pacific Summit in Shanghai. Thirty four teams from seventeen universities tackled a complex redevelopment challenge.
The winning proposal, Living in Landscape (submitted by Team Urban Assembly Lab from The University of Melbourne), showcases innovative, resilient urban design.
🏢 Unfiltered Lunchtime Dialogue: Global Developers and Chinese Capital on China’s Real Estate Crossroads
The panel discussed that government support for infrastructure and technology is catalyzing a shift from volatile greenfield investments toward cash-flow-driven real demand and low-volatility options, with AI emerging as a new engine for productivity—boosting returns from 10-20% to 3-5x through large language models, site selection apps, and data center partnerships with hyperscalers.
🎇 Wrap up and handover ceremony for ULI Asia Pacific Summit 2027
As the Summit draws to a close, the official handover sets the stage for what’s next. Wanshi Zheng, Group Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer, Frasers Property Limited, ULI Singapore Chair, announces Singapore as the host of the ULI Asia Pacific Summit 2027, sharing early insights and a forward-looking vision for the region’s community and its next chapter.
🌉 Experience Shanghai Tours:
Culture came alive through Xintiandi’s nightlife, the Bund’s Art Deco charm, and immersive local experiences, including a food walk with street snacks and hands-on xiao long bao making—blending placemaking, culture, and connection after hours.
📸 Don’t forget to share your experience using #ULIAPSummit2026, and tag ULI Asia Pacific on LinkedIn and @uli_asiapac on Instagram.
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📢 𝐔𝐋𝐈 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚𝐦 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 World Economic Forum 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
The ULI Vietnam Decarbonization & Resiliency Product Council (DRPC) has been featured in a recent World Economic Forum insight exploring the critical role of embodied carbon transparency and material emissions measurement in accelerating the transition toward a lower-carbon built environment.
The feature highlights the growing importance of cross-sector collaboration in driving meaningful industry change and references ULI Vietnam’s ongoing efforts to convene developers, consultants, technical experts, and industry stakeholders around decarbonization and resilient development strategies in Vietnam.
As sustainability moves from ambition to implementation, initiatives such as the DRPC continue to play an important role in advancing industry dialogue, knowledge sharing, and practical action across the real estate sector.
Read the World Economic Forum insight:
https://lnkd.in/gXdE3ZT7
Learn more about the ULI Vietnam DRPC initiative:
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📢 Now Open: ULI Asia Pacific Summit 2026 Study Tours
Registration is now open for our highly anticipated Study Tours—offering exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to Shanghai’s most innovative and transformative projects. From heritage revitalisations along The Bund to cutting-edge sustainable districts in Qiantan, and an exclusive post-summit visit to Hangzhou’s AI and robotics hubs, these curated experiences are not to be missed.
🏙️ Urban redevelopments in Shanghai’s most famous districts
🌱 Cutting‑edge architecture and design in Qiantan
🤖 Post-Summit exclusive tour to Hangzhou’s AI & robotics innovation hubs
Why join?
✔️ Gain insider perspectives on landmark developments
✔️ Connect with industry leaders and peers
✔️ Experience the innovation shaping tomorrow’s cities
👉 Register now and explore:
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🇻🇳 Chúc mừng 51 năm Ngày Giải phóng miền Nam, thống nhất đất nước
Celebrating the 51st Anniversary of Reunification Day (1975–2026)
On this occasion, ULI Vietnam joins the nation in reflecting on the resilience and sacrifices that have shaped a unified and thriving Vietnam today. As the country continues to grow and evolve, we remain committed to supporting a built environment that is resilient, inclusive, and future-ready.
Wishing our members, partners, and community a meaningful and restful holiday.
📩 ULI Vietnam Newsletter | April 2026 Edition
The latest edition of the ULI Vietnam newsletter is now live—bringing together key highlights, insights, and recent activities across the built environment.
In this issue:
• Reflections on Vietnam’s evolving real estate landscape and emerging trends
• Highlights from recent partnerships and industry engagements
• Key takeaways from our latest Thought Leadership Forum
• A look at what’s ahead and opportunities to stay engaged
👉 Stay connected with the conversations shaping the future of real estate and urban development in Vietnam.
🛩 Planning your trip to Shanghai for the ULI Asia Pacific Summit 2026?
If you’re travelling from overseas, now’s the time to check your visa requirements for China.
Visa rules vary depending on your nationality and the length & purpose of your stay—but the good news is that applying for a visa is easier than ever, and citizens from some countries may enjoy short‑term visa‑free entry.
👉 Find out what applies to you and how to apply: https://lnkd.in/g543vEdb
Get travel‑ready and join us in Shanghai, 25–29 May 2026!
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