Government Reform

Vietnam's National Assembly approves provincial merger resolution

Vietnam Halves Provinces: National Assembly Approves Merger

My NewsJune 12, 2025June 12, 202502 mins

Vietnam approves a plan to merge provinces, reducing them from 63 to 34. The move aims to streamline governance, cut staff, and save over 190 trillion dong.

Asia News Wrap: Vietnam to cut size of government, and more

Vietnam Approves Major Government Restructure to Boost Efficiency

My NewsFebruary 21, 202502 mins

Vietnam’s National Assembly has approved a plan to reduce government ministries, aiming to boost efficiency and cut costs.

U.S. judges bar Musk's DOGE from Treasury, allow access to labor

Courts Block Musk’s DOGE Team from Treasury Access, Allow Entry to Other Agencies

My NewsFebruary 15, 202505 mins

Judges block Elon Musk’s government cost-cutting team from accessing Treasury systems but allow access to other agencies, impacting his mission to reduce wasteful spending.