Vietnam Faces Textbook Shortage of 4 Million Copies at Start of New School Year; Ministry Takes Responsibility
Vietnam is facing a shortage of approximately 4 million textbooks as the new school year begins nationwide. The Ministry of Education and Training cited a combination of factors, including the unified national curriculum, regional support policies, and administrative reclassifications, taking responsibility for the deficit. Shortages are particularly concerning in border, remote, and disadvantaged areas.
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