Decentralization

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha said that if decentralization and delegation of authority are based on paperwork and travel many times, it will be very harsh. Photo: VGP/Minh Khoi.

If decentralization and delegation of authority but documents and traveling many times is harsh

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According to Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha, if decentralization and delegation of authority are based on paperwork and are repeated, it will be very harsh.

The draft Law on Organization of Local Government (amended) adds decentralization, delegation of authority, and clear authorization between the Central Government and localities, provincial and commune levels. Illustrative photo: Hai Nguyen

Clear decentralization and delegation of authority between provincial and commune levels

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The draft Law on Organization of Local Government (amended) adds decentralization, delegation of authority, and clear authorization between the Central Government and localities, provincial and commune levels.

The tasks and powers of local authorities at all levels are determined based on the division of authority between state agencies at the central level and state agencies at the local level. Illustrative photo: Hai Nguyen

Defining the authority of local governments from 1.3

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The Law on Organization of Local Government 2025, passed by the National Assembly, has determined the authority of local governments at all levels from March 1.

National Assembly delegate Tran Van Khai (Ha Nam delegation) said, "S strong decentralization can lead to a situation of weakness and overlap in management between the Central and local governments. Photo: Ho Long

Increase authority for localities to decide, localities to do

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Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Phan Van Mai proposed increasing authority to "locality decides, locality does, locality is responsible".

The Ministry of Justice held a meeting to finalize regulations on decentralization and delegation of power. Photo: Ministry of Justice

Solving regulatory bottlenecks in decentralization and delegation of authority

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The Law on Organization of Local Government (amended) needs to focus on resolving bottlenecks in decentralization, delegation, and authorization between the central government and localities.

Hanoi promotes decentralization, delegation of power, and delegation of decision-making power to localities. Photo: Pham Dong

Strong decentralization and delegation of power, a launching pad for Hanoi's development

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The decentralization and delegation of authority promoted by Hanoi City has brought about many practical results, encouraging dynamism, creativity and autonomy for units and localities.