NA Chairman Emphasizes Proximity and Efficiency in Local Government

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man has called for the administration to be closer to the people, ensuring a smooth and efficient two-tier local government system. The legislator made the statement at the 1st Congress of the Party Organisation of Thanh Xuan commune of Can Tho city, highlighting the importance of a strong and clean political system. Thanh Xuan commune, with its strategic location and focus on ecological farming, smart agriculture, and tourism, has made significant progress over the past five years, with notable economic improvements and a reduction in poverty.

Key Takeaways:

  • The commune has achieved significant economic improvements, with total revenue reaching 154.5 billion VND (5.89 million USD), surpassing targets, and a reduction in poverty to 0.8%.
  • Over 98% of households are now recognised as cultural families, and 100% of schools meet national standards.
  • Key goals for the 2025-2030 tenure include local revenue reaching 28 billion VND, production value of 29,775 billion VND, and annual poverty reduction of 1-1.5%.
  • The commune plans to achieve the advanced new-style rural commune standard by 2030.
  • Thanh Xuan commune has made significant progress in digital transformation, applying science and technology to areas like ecological farming, smart agriculture, and rural development.
  • NA Chairman Man emphasized the importance of personnel work, stressing that officials with the right ethics, talent, and commitment must be chosen to address current challenges.
  • He also called for enhanced supervision and timely resolution of any issues, as well as a shift in crop and livestock structures and balanced development in culture, education, health, and public awareness.

Statistics:

  • Total revenue of Thanh Xuan commune for the past five years: 154.5 billion VND (5.89 million USD)
  • Poverty level in Thanh Xuan commune: 0.8%
  • Percentage of households recognised as cultural families: 98%
  • Percentage of schools meeting national standards: 100%
  • Local revenue target for 2025-2030: 28 billion VND
  • Production value target for 2025-2030: 29,775 billion VND
  • Annual poverty reduction target: 1-1.5%

Sources:

  • [1] A statement by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man made during the 1st Congress of the Party Organisation of Thanh Xuan commune of Can Tho city, held on August 4.