Vietnam's Communist Party Encourages Members in Economic Activities: Blurring Lines Between Power and Private Interest
Vietnam's Communist Party has adopted new regulations encouraging members to engage in economic activities. This move, within the context of market economy reforms since the 1986 'Doi Moi' policy, promotes 'legitimate wealth creation' by party members. However, it raises concerns about conflicts between public power and private interests, and potential market distortions.
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