Under the state administrative reform plan for 2026–2030, Vietnam is set to complete the restructuring of public institutions, including schools, medical facilities and state-owned enterprises, by 2027. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a decision approving the roadmap, which prioritizes institutional reform, digital transformation and efficiency across the state apparatus.

During the 2026–2027 phase, the government will revise and consolidate the legal framework governing the organization and operation of administrative bodies. The goal is to create a unified, consistent, stable and effective system from the central to the local level, ensuring seamless governance and improved public service delivery.

The plan also includes finalizing institutional and policy mechanisms to reform management practices and financial autonomy for public service units, in line with the Party’s guidelines. This period is expected to complete the reorganization of schools, healthcare facilities and state-owned enterprises.

A key digital target is to achieve full integration of national and sectoral digital platforms for e-government by 2027. All ministries, sectors and localities are expected to reach Level 3 data governance maturity, with 100% of eligible administrative procedures available as full online services through the National Public Service Portal.

From 2028 to 2030, the plan envisions a fair, transparent and feasible legal system and a professional, high-quality civil service. It sets a satisfaction rate of at least 95% among citizens and businesses for administrative procedures, including a 90% satisfaction rate for land, construction and investment services.

The central task is institutional reform - advancing laws and regulations that unlock resources for development and enhance national competitiveness. The government seeks to build a transparent, low-cost and innovation-driven legal environment that fosters entrepreneurship, investment and a stable business climate.

The plan also emphasizes strengthening law enforcement to ensure fairness, consistency and effectiveness, closely linking lawmaking with implementation.

In terms of administrative procedures, ministries and localities are required to control and simplify new regulations, especially those affecting citizens and enterprises. Redundant, overlapping or unnecessary procedures and documents must be eliminated to reduce costs and corruption risks.

Regarding organizational reform, the plan calls for streamlining internal structures within ministries and provincial agencies to ensure compactness, efficiency and effectiveness. It also seeks to perfect decentralization and power control mechanisms, eliminate “ask-and-give” practices, and strengthen accountability among leaders.

Other priorities include reforming the civil service system, improving salary and reward mechanisms, and diversifying welfare policies for public officials and employees.

Tran Thuong