The mark of the revolution of streamlining the apparatus
Speaking at the National Conference thoroughly grasping and summarizing the implementation of Resolution 18 on December 1, 2024, General Secretary To Lam affirmed: Currently it is the time, opportunity, an urgent, is an objective requirement for the revolution of streamlining the organizational structure of the political system so that the apparatus will operate effectively and effectively.
Simplifying the organization of the political system is a very urgent issue, it is imperative to do, the sooner it is done, the more beneficial it is for the people and the country - the General Secretary stated.
Under the direction of the General Secretary, the entire political system has embarked on a revolution of streamlining the apparatus. The process of restructuring the apparatus has achieved remarkable results.
On May 5, the 15th National Assembly will open the 9th Session and will announce to collect public opinions on the draft amendment to the Constitution. The National Assembly will also discuss this content, in combination with relevant laws, including the Law on Organization of Local Government.
It is expected that the Constitution will be considered by the National Assembly on June 20-25, then as a basis for other laws through the Law on Organization of the local government. On 1.7, the Constitution takes effect simultaneously with the laws. So from this time, the local government apparatus will move to the 2 -level government model, only the provincial and grassroots level.
Based on the rearrangement of the current 63 provinces and cities, the whole country will have about 34 provinces and cities; no district-level administrative activities; and about 5,000 commune and ward-level administrative units. After streamlining, localities will also have enough space and conditions to take advantage of opportunities for stronger development to contribute to bringing the whole country into a new era.
The drastic revolution and comprehensive innovation of the Party
Speaking with Lao Dong, Mr. Le Nhu Tien - former Deputy Chairman of the National Assembly's Committee on Culture and Society - affirmed that streamlining the organizational apparatus is a prerequisite for the country's development. The new apparatus is not bulky, ensuring effectiveness and efficiency; if there are too many intermediate layers, the policy will slowly reach the people.
According to Mr. Tien, budget savings are only a part, more importantly, expanding development space and shortening the policy making process. When the intermediate level is abolished, the district level will be directed to the grassroots - closer to the people, closer to the people.
He emphasized that this is not only a "reform" but a comprehensive and drastic "revolution", aiming to build a long-term stable organizational system with a strategic vision, in line with the historical, cultural, national defense - security and socio-economic characteristics of each region, creating a foundation for sustainable development for the whole country in the new era.
Must be brave, dare to sacrifice
Speaking with Lao Dong, Mr. Nguyen Duc Ha - former Director of the Party Agency Department, Central Organizing Committee - affirmed that the goal of streamlining the apparatus and streamlining the payroll is to clarify functions and tasks, improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, quickly and promptly meet practical requirements. Thereby, reducing the budget burden, creating development conditions, bringing practical benefits to people and businesses. This is an urgent requirement of life.
Mr. Tran Anh Tuan - Chairman of the Vietnam Association of Administrative Sciences, former Deputy Minister of Home Affairs - said: Streamlining the apparatus this time as General Secretary To Lam said is a revolution, to achieve efficiency, it must be done thoroughly and thoroughly. If we still think in a dilapidated way, reducing units but the internal organizational structure, the team of cadres and civil servants is just a simple addition to the new organization, it will still cause waste and not change the burden on the State budget.
Mr. Tran Anh Tuan affirmed that the biggest challenge in streamlining the apparatus is to innovate thinking, unify awareness and dare to give up personal interests for the common good. Without fairness and objectivity, reform will easily fall into a state of being half-hearted and ineffective.
He also emphasized that this process needs to be carefully studied, not done hastily but cautiously and methodically, even in a situation of "running and lining up".
Mr. Tran Anh Tuan said that streamlining the apparatus must be associated with clearly defining job positions and the number of appropriate personnel. It is necessary to arrange capable people, a spirit of dedication and at the same time boldly eliminate from the apparatus weak and irresponsible people.
He commented that those who leave their positions also need to have a brave mindset, considering it a sacrifice for the country's development in the new era.
