Vietnam streamlines villages, boosts social insurance
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Across Vietnam, authorities reduced the number of villages and neighborhood units from 89,589 to 48,078, a decrease of 41,511, as part of a reorganization effort.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs completed this process in all 34 provinces and cities, reassigning many local officials. Of those formerly working part-time at the village and neighborhood levels, over 4,000 transitioned into civil servant or employee positions, with more than 7,500 continuing their roles and around 122,000 remaining in place.
Authorities also provided financial support to over 88,000 individuals. Additionally, Vietnam’s Social Insurance agency collected more than 452,000 billion đồng (approximately $18.7 billion USD) as of August 31st, achieving over 97% of its annual target. Over 22.4 million people now participate in social insurance, and nearly 98.3 million have health insurance. The agency reported a 0.53% decrease in late payments compared to the previous year and aims to grow insurance participation further and reduce payment delays.
The Standing Committee of the National Assembly also reviewed proposed changes to the Criminal Procedure Code. These revisions include defining “voluntary confession” and “acceptance of punishment” and establishing procedures for applying these concepts throughout the investigation, prosecution, and trial stages. Authorities believe these measures will speed up legal processes and encourage accountability. In Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam Fatherland Front and local organizations inaugurated a 3,200 square meter “Great Unity Garden,” planting 50 coconut trees.
The city also issued regulations for awarding the title of "Outstanding Farmer of Ho Chi Minh City" to recognize successful agricultural producers.
