Vietnam is set to undergo a major administrative restructuring, with plans to reduce the number of communes from 10,035 to approximately 2,000, according to Minister of Home Affairs Pham Thi Thanh Tra.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasizes the importance of income policies, housing support, and visa incentives to attract and retain skilled professionals, scientists, and global experts in Vietnam.

Vietnam is on the verge of a major administrative overhaul. Today, the Politburo is considering a proposal that aims to reduce the number of provinces by nearly half and eliminate the district-level administration.

Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Dao Ngoc Dung has officially allocated responsibilities among his deputy ministers. This restructuring aims to improve the administration of ethnic and religious policies and enhance governance in key areas.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction confirms only highly qualified contractors will be selected to construct the 350 km/h North-South high-speed railway, ensuring safety and efficiency.

From 2025, government employees’ pensions will be based on their entire social insurance contribution period rather than the last few years of earnings.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has established a Steering Committee to oversee the restructuring of administrative units and the implementation of a two-tier local government system.

Under the plan, VNĐ509.7 billion (US$19.97 million) from 5 per cent savings in the 2024 central budget will be directed to seven localities as targeted support.

Following a major government merger, over 1,000 employees at the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment have applied for early retirement or resignation. The ministry is working to stabilize its structure and ensure a smooth transition.

The Vietnamese government is preparing a major administrative restructuring plan that could reduce the number of provinces by 50% and cut down 60-70% of local administrative units.

The Politburo has suspended leadership appointments at all administrative levels as Vietnam undergoes major government restructuring.

Currently, 28 expressway projects covering approximately 1,188 km are under construction nationwide, expected to reach the 3,000 km target by 2025. Additionally, numerous road projects are in feasibility study, design, or construction phases.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has requested extra efforts to reduce administrative procedure processing time and business costs (compliance costs) by at least 30%, while also abolishing 30% of unnecessary business conditions.

The Politburo assigned the Government Party Committee to direct the Ministry of Home Affairs to thoroughly review the regulations in the decree to adjust them appropriately to resolve emerging issues and increase the policy’s feasibility.

The Vietnamese government has directed the Ministry of Home Affairs to urgently develop a plan to restructure administrative agencies at the provincial, district, and commune levels, ensuring a leaner, more effective system.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh announced plans to allocate an additional $400 million from increased revenue and cost savings to support science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

The Prime Minister has approved several key personnel changes, including the appointment of new provincial leaders and adjustments within the National Assembly’s leadership structure.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urges stronger trade and investment cooperation with major partners, including the U.S., China, and Europe, while ensuring balanced trade policies and economic resilience.

While acknowledging certain progress in social housing construction, the Government leader noted that results have yet to meet expectations.

PM Pham Minh Chinh urged ministers and leaders of sectors and relevant agencies, and local authorities to allocate human and financial resources, as well as time, to improve the quality and ensure the timely development of legal documents.