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The Government Office of Vietnam has asked ministries to promptly review and propose reductions and simplifications of administrative procedures in four key areas, with reports due in May 2026, aiming to facilitate businesses and support the government’s target of two-digit growth.
In a document sent to the ministers of Public Security, Industry and Trade, Agriculture and Rural Development, Environment, Construction, and Justice, the Government Office noted that on 29 April 2026 the Government issued eight resolutions to cut, devolve, and simplify administrative procedures, and to reduce and simplify business conditions in areas under the state management of 14 ministries and equivalent agencies.
The Prime Minister acknowledged and appreciated the ministries and agencies for proactively reviewing and advising the Government during the drafting of the resolutions. He also noted that the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) actively cooperated with relevant ministries and agencies in the process.
To maintain momentum in reducing administrative procedures and to create more favorable conditions for people and businesses, the Prime Minister directed ministries to focus on four areas:
The request is intended to contribute to achieving the two-digit growth target referenced in Conclusion No. 18-KL/TW of the Central Committee.
The Prime Minister instructed the Ministers of Public Security, Industry and Trade, Agriculture and Rural Development, Environment, and Construction to review and study the regulations and administrative procedures related to the four areas above. They are required to report to the Prime Minister by 10 May 2026 on:
The ministries’ proposals are also to be forwarded to the Ministry of Justice for a consolidated, independent assessment.
The Minister of Justice is to lead the relevant units, based on the ministries’ reports, to provide opinions and proposals to reduce and simplify administrative regulations and procedures, and to report to the Prime Minister by 12 May 2026.
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