Dr Dinh Duy Hoa, former Director of the Department of Administrative Reform, believes that public servants facing potential layoffs in the current apparatus streamlining campaign should reevaluate themselves in an objective manner.

Vietnam’s restructuring plan for the political system will require 130 trillion VND (approximately $5.5 billion) to provide support for public servants and officials during the transition.

Ho Chi Minh City will reduce its organizational agencies by 15%, according to a roadmap presented by the Department of Home Affairs this morning.

Ho Chi Minh City’s 2025 agenda prioritizes streamlined governance, digital transformation, and economic growth, aiming for a 10% GRDP increase and enhanced efficiency.

The reorganization of government agencies in Vietnam will necessitate updates to 4,922 legal documents, including critical laws and resolutions passed during the 8th session of the National Assembly.

In 2025, the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs will merge with the Ministry of Home Affairs, marking a significant step in government restructuring.

Reducing administrative layers and empowering technocratic leaders will foster efficiency and minimize bureaucratic hurdles, says expert Vo Dai Luoc.

Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra announced that the Ministry of Home Affairs has completed its major reports and proposals for streamlining the government apparatus, as directed by the Central Steering Committee.

The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) in the past have eliminated eight general departments and equivalent units, and everything has been running smoothly so far, and all political tasks have been fulfilled.

On the 27th anniversary of VietNamNet, founding editor-in-chief Nguyen Anh Tuan discusses the publication’s legacy, the need for transformative governance, and the role of innovation in shaping Vietnam’s future.

Vietnam is embarking on a bold journey to reform its political apparatus, addressing inefficiencies in a system designed decades ago. The effort reflects the leadership’s determination to align governance with modern developmental demands.

Vietnam plans to streamline provincial departments, limiting most provinces to 14 departments, while Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City can retain up to 15, including the Transportation Department.

Vietnam’s Ministries of Construction and Transport will merge, reducing units by up to 40% in a historic move toward streamlined governance.

As Vietnam embarks on bold reforms to streamline its bureaucracy, officials are called upon to set an example by making personal sacrifices for the collective good.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has emphasized fairness and progress as Vietnam restructures its political system, with a focus on safeguarding workers’ rights.

Press agencies today need to go beyond traditional journalism and create new values to satisfy the needs of readers. This can only be done if editorial offices turn into technology firms.

Institutional reform, streamlined governance, and a focus on private enterprise are key to Vietnam’s efforts to achieve high economic growth and prosperity.

Six State–owned enterprises with a total State stake of $31.5 billion will be transferred back to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) after 6 years under management of the Commission for the Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC).

Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra affirmed the government’s commitment to humane and fair policies for employees impacted by restructuring efforts, ensuring talent retention and stability during the transition.