Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra says a more flexible approach to decentralization is needed, as the needs of Hanoi differ greatly from those of remote areas.
Ward offices are dismantling old signs, installing new ones, and moving documents and equipment to new locations to officially operate the two-tiered government model from 1/7.
The leadership structure of 23 newly merged provinces, including the positions of Party Secretary, People's Committee Chairperson, and People's Council Chairperson, will be revealed.
The Vietnam Buddhist Sangha has requested all temples and monasteries nationwide to ring bells and beat prayer drums at 6 a.m. on 1/7 to pray for national peace and prosperity.
