Vietnam considers merging provinces to streamline governance, reduce costs, and improve economic efficiency in an era of digital transformation.

A restructuring initiative in Ho Chi Minh City will affect thousands of civil servants and public employees, with financial support reaching over $100,000 for some individuals.

Seven new department heads have been appointed as part of Ho Chi Minh City’s administrative streamlining, reducing the number of departments from 21 to 16.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved a proposal for restructuring administrative agencies in Ho Chi Minh City, including the formation of the Department of Public Works and Transportation to streamline urban governance.

Experts argue that eliminating district-level governance and consolidating provinces could create stronger economic zones and streamline government functions, aligning Vietnam with global trends.

The Central Inspection Committee will lead 19 inspection teams to evaluate the restructuring of 69 provincial and municipal party committees, ensuring that streamlining efforts align with political reform goals.

The Standing Committee of the National Assembly has approved the addition of five new deputy ministers to support the newly formed Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, bringing the total to ten.

On behalf of the Politburo and the Secretariat, Permanent Member of the Party Secretariat Tran Cam Tu signed a conclusion outlining key measures to continue restructuring and optimising the political system in 2025.

Several international media outlets have recently assessed that Vietnam’s plan to streamline its state apparatus has garnered strong public support.

The Vietnamese government has restructured its cabinet, reducing the number of ministries to 17 and total government members to 25. This reform aims to improve efficiency and align with national development goals.

The Ministry of Home Affairs is finalizing preparations for an upcoming National Assembly session, where the government will seek approval for dismissals and appointments of key officials.

With a mission to reduce bureaucracy and enhance efficiency, Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra and her team worked tirelessly to reorganize ministries, cut redundant positions, and redefine leadership roles - a task demanding both vision and sacrifice.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, who also serves as the head of the committee, called for streamlining administrative procedures and reducing processing times, and implementing online application methods for visa issuance.

Vietnam’s newly merged Ministry of Finance is undergoing a major restructuring, cutting 3,600 administrative units - a 37.7% reduction - as part of the government's plan to streamline operations.

The city has proposed a 6,000 billion VND fund to support civil servants and public employees who voluntarily retire or resign, with 4,500 billion VND designated for education and healthcare workers.

Vietnam’s National Assembly (NA) is set to reorganize its internal structure, reducing the number of committees from ten to eight. The restructuring aims to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance governance.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has emphasized that Vietnam is undergoing a "bureaucratic revolution" to create a leaner, more efficient government.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has affirmed that the cost of compensating officials opting for early retirement during government restructuring is lower than maintaining their salaries for five years.

The National Assembly is pushing for stronger decentralization and delegation of power, ensuring the government can resolve obstacles efficiently while maintaining control.

In a bid to optimize state management, the government is proposing the creation of six new ministries while maintaining 11 existing ones.