Recently, the Vietnamese government has initiated significant reforms aimed at improving the operational efficiency of its local governance structures, aligning with the principles outlined in Nghị quyết 18-NQ/TW. The Ban Thường vụ Thành ủy Thủ Dầu Một has focused on optimizing the organizational framework of the city's political system, ensuring it operates effectively and responsively.
Following directives from the Central Committee, the city has been restructuring its operations to facilitate smoother governance. The organization is set to streamline itself with changes carried out with rigor, as confirmed by key officials. Phó Bí thư Thành ủy, Nguyễn Thu Cúc, emphasized the importance of aligning local government reforms with those instituted at the national level, enhancing coherence and efficiency.
On February 10, 2025, the city published its Đề án số 01-ĐA/TU, outlining plans to rearrange various governmental bodies within Thủ Dầu Một. The proposal aims to consolidate professional agencies to strengthen performance. Cúc explained, "The city needs to reduce unnecessary bureaucracy and improve the quality of its personnel to meet the increasing demands of governance." This reform follows the precedent set by national policies intended to streamline government functions.
One of the significant developments involves merging several boards, including the Ban Tuyên giáo Thành ủy and Ban Dân vận Thành ủy, to form the new Ban Tuyên giáo và Dân vận Thành ủy, effective from February 15, 2025. The restructuring has also prompted early retirement requests from over ten officials, which reflects the shift toward more efficient staff management, allowing for the potential for new, younger talents to join the ranks.
The restructuring complements the national agenda, recently highlighted by the signing of Nghị quyết số 190/2025/QH15 by the President of the National Assembly, Trần Thanh Mẫn. This new directive addresses various issues related to the adjustment of state organizational frameworks, emphasizing the maintenance of uninterrupted government service to the public. It particularly aims to strike a balance between consolidations and the efficient management of resources.
The National Assembly's resolution reinforces the need to avoid overlaps and confusion during the transition phase, ensuring continuous service delivery. It obliges relevant authorities to maintain clarity and public awareness through transparent communication about any changes, especially concerning operational duties and administrative processes.
Importantly, the new directive sets forth regulations on managing the number of deputy positions, ensuring compliance within five years. This time frame allows agencies to adjust to the new norm without creating disruptions or job loss threats. Lessons learned from prior administrative reorganizations between 2019 and 2021 will guide local implementations to prevent service backlogs.
Overall, the government’s coordinated effort reflects its resolve to establish leaner, more effective governance structures. By addressing public concerns about potential bureaucratic slowdowns, Vietnamese leaders are demonstrating their commitment to responsive leadership.
With these reforms, the Vietnamese government aims to cultivate not just efficiency, but also adaptability, ensuring its administration can respond effectively to the needs of its citizens and the demands of modern governance. This endeavor is not just about wrenching the machinery of government but making it work more smoothly and effectively.