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Vietnam Cuts 20% Workforce in Bold Government Restructure

2/18/2025

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Vietnam Restructures Government

Vietnam's parliament has greenlit a bold restructuring plan that will reshape the government, slashing the workforce by 20% and affecting around 100,000 civil servants. With five ministries set to be dissolved and others merged, Communist Party Chief To Lam insists these reforms are crucial for reaching an ambitious 8% economic growth target this year, despite rising job competition in the private sector.

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Vietnam Pursues Growth

Vietnam's government is setting its sights high, targeting over 8% GDP growth by 2025. To achieve this ambitious goal, they plan to implement crucial tax reforms and bolster support for businesses. By empowering localities to establish their own growth targets, the government is fostering a sense of accountability and flexibility, igniting a drive for economic expansion.

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Vietnam Restructures Government

Vietnam's parliament has greenlit a bold restructuring plan that will reshape the government, slashing the workforce by 20% and affecting around 100,000 civil servants. With five ministries set to be dissolved and others merged, Communist Party Chief To Lam insists these reforms are crucial for reaching an ambitious 8% economic growth target this year, despite rising job competition in the private sector.

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