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The three-tier government model
OP-ED: Streamlining apparatus: Restructuring to ensure more efficient use of resources
Each level assigned a task must be provided with the authority, personnel and resources needed to carry it out. Delegating authority without sufficient resources or clearly defined responsibilities can easily lead to delays and buck-passing, particularly at the grassroots level.
Politics-Diplomacy
Four orientations demonstrate shift in Vietnam’s development thinking: Chinese scholar
The most notable change is Vietnam’s transition from “organisational restructuring” to “improving governance effectiveness.” Previously, reforms focused on streamlining the apparatus and reducing intermediary levels. With organisational reforms largely completed, the more important task is now to ensure the new system operates more effectively, according to Professor Qu Qiang from Minzu University of China.
Indicators of success in streamlining State apparatus
More than a year after Vietnam embarked on its sweeping administrative restructuring, the country's governance system has undergone significant changes. The administrative apparatus at all levels has been streamlined, intermediate layers reduced, and the functions, responsibilities and authority of state agencies gradually clarified. Greater decentralisation has also strengthened the role of grassroots authorities.
Message from General Secretary and President To Lam at the Third Plenum of the 14th Party Central Committee: The two-tier local government model to better serve the people
One year of operating the three-tier government model: Success is measured by the people's trust
Localities propose reforms to improve three-tier administration model
One year on, Vietnam's three-tier administration model delivers major governance gains
Conference reviews one-year implementation of three-tier administration model
Jul 01, 2026 22:43
The event was held in a hybrid format, with the main venue at the Dien Hong Hall of the National Assembly building and online connection to 3,651 venues across ministries, central agencies, socio-political organisations, and headquarters of provincial, municipal, commune, ward and special-zone administrations nationwide.
