Localities need a long-term vision in planning work.

Comrade Pham Quang Ngoc, Member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, speaks at the working session.

The working session drew the attendance of members of the Provincial Party Committee’s Standing Board: Pham Van Khue, Head of the Provincial Party Committee’s Organization Commission; Nguyen Van Chien, Head of the Provincial Party Committee’s Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Commission; Dang Thanh Giang, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Council; Le Quang Hoa, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee; Quach Thi Huong, Principal of Nguyen Van Linh Political School; and leaders of several provincial departments and agencies.

The delegates attend the working session.

According to reports from the communes: In general, after the implementation of the two-tier local government system, the administrative apparatus has been streamlined, reducing intermediate layers and ensuring stable and smooth operation. The assignments of responsibilities have been reviewed and adjusted to suit the functions and tasks of each department and individual; the coordination mechanism between departments, agencies, and mass organizations has gradually become more systematic. Administrative discipline and order have been strengthened; the sense of responsibility and service to the people among officials and civil servants has improved positively, contributing to enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of state management at the local level. The tasks and solutions for socio-economic development have been implemented synchronously, closely following the directives of higher levels and the practical conditions of the locality. Administrative reform has been accelerated, the investment and business environment has gradually improved; production and business activities of people and enterprises have remained stable. The government has proactively resolved difficulties and obstacles within its authority; strengthening budget revenue and expenditure management, effectively utilizing resources, and contributing to promoting growth and positive economic restructuring. The application of information technology in management, administration, and administrative procedures has been enhanced. This contributes to improving working productivity, service quality for citizens and organizations, and effective governance at the grassroots level.

The review and planning process following the reorganization of administrative units has been prioritized by localities. Localities have basically developed plans for reorganizing villages; the majority of residents agree with the proposed scale, boundaries, and names of the new villages.

Comrade Pham Van Khue, Member of the Standing Board of the Provincial Party Committee and Head of the Provincial Party Committee's Organization Commission, speaks at the meeting.

Comrade Le Quang Hoa, Member of the Standing Board of the Provincial Party Committee and Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, speaks at the meeting.

Comrade Quach Thi Hương, Member of the Standing Board of the Provincial Party Committee and Principal of the Nguyen Van Linh Political School, speaks at the working session.

Leader of the Department of Finance speaks at the working session.

Leader of the Department of Construction speaks at the working session.

Leader of the Department of Internal Affairs speaks at the working session.

Leader of Hung Ha commune speaks at the working session.

Leader of Long Hung commune speaks at the working session.

Leader of Tien La commune speaks at the working session.

At the working session, leaders from the communes discussed and clarified some of the achievements, limitations, and causes; and proposed and recommended the issues related to organizational structure, digital transformation, land use planning; allocation and distribution of capital for ongoing projects; and the handling of outstanding debts in basic construction; the policies and regulations regarding part-time officials at the commune and village levels…

Comrade Pham Quang Ngoc, Member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, speaks at the working session.

Concluding the working session, Comrade Pham Quang Ngoc, Member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, acknowledged and highly appreciated the results achieved by localities after one year of operating the two-tier local government; affirmed the capabilities, adaptability, and resilience of the cadres and civil servants; and the unity and solidarity among cadres, Party members, and the people in their determination and efforts to effectively implement the policies of the Central Government and the province. The tasks were implemented synchronously by the communes without interruption, including the successful performance of new and difficult tasks. The leadership, guidance, management, and task execution capabilities of the cadres and civil servants have been enhanced.

In addition, the Provincial Party Secretary frankly pointed out some shortcomings that localities need to focus on overcoming, such as: Some officials and civil servants have not been proactive and innovative in their thinking, methods, and working styles to meet the requirements of the new situation; they are not yet close to the grassroots, and there is a shortage of specialized personnel in some fields; investment resources are still difficult compared to the needs…

Regarding the key tasks in the coming period, the Provincial Party Secretary requested that the leadership team of the communes continue to be confident and responsible, building the unity and cohesion within the Party committee, government, and all strata of the people; leading, directing, and guiding the localities to move forward steadily. To focus on implementing all tasks of Party building work; pay attention to Party development and Party member management. To pay attention to training, fostering, and professional development for the team of officials and civil servants. Localities are focusing on reviewing all the goals, targets, and tasks that have been set, and on that basis, proposing specific directions and solutions.

Regarding planning work, the Provincial Party Secretary requested that commune planning be based on the foundation of the previous district-level regional planning and adhere to the approved provincial planning. He also emphasized some potentials, strengths, and development opportunities of the communes; and noted that localities need a long-term mindset and vision in planning.

Regarding the reorganization of villages and residential areas, he affirmed: This is an extrmely important political task, and requested that localities implement it in a systematic, rigorous, and cautious manner, ensuring the unity and ideological consensus among cadres, Party members, and all strata of the people; and that they must carefully study cultural, historical, and religious factors to develop a rational reorganization plan.