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Commune-level public security officers to handle more administrative procedures

As part of the ministry’s new structure, district-level division of public security will be dissolved, and the ministry will take over five key state management tasks from various ministries starting March 1

State capital ownership rights transferred to Ministry of Finance

The Commission for Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC) on February 28 transfered the rights and responsibilities of the agency representing state capital ownership to the Ministry of Finance.

State-owned MobiFone now under Ministry of Public Security

MobiFone's profit before tax in 2024 was estimated at over 2 trillion VND (78.23 million USD), exceeding its annual target by 20.6%.

Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs: New mandate, new leadership

Vietnam establishes Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs with new responsibilities.

If district units abolished, commune officers must be similar to provincial ones

To eliminate the administrative unit at the district level, commune units must be upgraded in terms of infrastructure, organizational structure and personnel, with no distinction in quality between commune- and provincial-level civil servants.

VN's Ministry of Industry and Trade restructures, reducing units for efficiency

Under a new government decree, the Ministry of Industry and Trade will reduce its structure from 28 to 22 units, optimizing management and decentralizing market regulation.

VN shifts driver’s license management to Ministry of Public Security from March

Starting March 1, the Ministry of Public Security will oversee driver testing and license issuance, ensuring a seamless transition with enhanced digital integration.

Vietnam reorganizes judicial record services under Ministry of Public Security

In line with government restructuring efforts, Vietnam’s Ministry of Justice has officially handed over the management of judicial records to the Ministry of Public Security, effective March 1, 2025.

Vietnam’s Government Office reduces units to 18 for improved efficiency

The Vietnamese Government Office has been restructured, reducing its organizational units from 20 to 18 under a new government decree aimed at improving efficiency.

Merging provinces: how many provinces and cities are optimal for Vietnam?

With rapid advancements in science and technology, many people believe this is the ideal time to merge provinces and cities to reduce the burden of regular expenditures and to invest for socio-economic development.

Vietnam considers merging provinces, reducing total from 63 to around 40

National Assembly deputies have proposed merging smaller provinces to optimize resources, with a target of reducing the total to around 40.

Party Chief: Eliminate 30% of unnecessary business conditions to boost growth

General Secretary To Lam has outlined ambitious economic reforms, including cutting business costs by 30% and boosting private sector participation.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs restructures, cutting 13 units for efficiency

Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs undergoes a major restructuring, eliminating 13 units to optimize bureaucracy and improve public administration.

Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs restructures: Three units reduced

The Vietnamese government has introduced a new organizational structure for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reducing the total number of units from 28 to 25.

How many provinces should Vietnam have? The debate over administrative reform

Vietnam considers merging provinces to streamline governance, reduce costs, and improve economic efficiency in an era of digital transformation.

HCM City to streamline gov’t workforce, offering up to $108,000 in compensation

A restructuring initiative in Ho Chi Minh City will affect thousands of civil servants and public employees, with financial support reaching over $100,000 for some individuals.

Leadership reshuffle: HCM City announces new department heads

Seven new department heads have been appointed as part of Ho Chi Minh City’s administrative streamlining, reducing the number of departments from 21 to 16.

Ho Chi Minh City to establish Department of Public Works and Transportation

The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved a proposal for restructuring administrative agencies in Ho Chi Minh City, including the formation of the Department of Public Works and Transportation to streamline urban governance.

Merging provinces&removing district-level administration: The path to progress?

Experts argue that eliminating district-level governance and consolidating provinces could create stronger economic zones and streamline government functions, aligning Vietnam with global trends.

Politburo directs major review of staffing needs amid restructuring efforts

The Central Inspection Committee will lead 19 inspection teams to evaluate the restructuring of 69 provincial and municipal party committees, ensuring that streamlining efforts align with political reform goals.