Streamlining apparatus, officials must set example

The reform initiative, even by its title 'Reforming and streamlining the administrative structure for greater effectiveness and efficiency' clearly reflects the essence of the current process.

There are several new aspects this time. Firstly, the principle of actions aligning with words is clearly evident. Party General Secretary To Lam mentioned the initiative just recently and within a short period, the plans have already started to be implemented. Various agencies, particularly the steering committees at all levels, ministries, sectors and localities, have been instructed to conduct self-assessments and reviews.

Secondly, there is a sense of determination, particularly visible in the simultaneous reform of all three key parts of the political system. In previous reforms, I recall that the focus was mainly on the administrative block, especially local administration. However, this time, as instructed by the Party Central Committee and the Party General Secretary To Lam, the restructuring involves all three pillars, consisting of the Party organisation, the State organisation, the Fatherland Front organisations and political-social groups.