Vietnam Rejects Doubts Over Administrative Streamlining Efforts

Dr. Le Thi Chien, Deputy Director of the Department of Science Management under the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, has strongly refuted claims that Vietnam's administrative streamlining efforts are merely a "subjective wish" of the Party or a tool for "factional purges." She stated that such assertions are propagated by hostile, reactionary, and politically opportunistic forces. In Vietnam's one-party system, enhancing the efficiency and modernization of the state apparatus is paramount for maintaining the legitimacy of the Party and the government, and for improving public services. The simplification of administrative procedures and the reduction of bureaucracy are viewed as integral components of ongoing reforms aimed at fostering economic growth and alleviating burdens on citizens. Deputy Prime Minister has also called for continued governance reform to boost administrative efficiency. The government has highlighted its achievements in cutting or simplifying over 3,400 administrative procedures and business conditions. These reforms are seen as crucial for laying the groundwork for attracting domestic and foreign investment and achieving sustainable economic development. In the context of Vietnam's complex relationship with China, strengthening domestic governance capacity and economic independence is a central tenet of its national strategy. The Party's firm stance against skepticism regarding administrative streamlining underscores its determination to achieve these national objectives.