The fight against wastefulness has emerged as a cornerstone of the Party’s strategy to build a culture of integrity and revolutionary ethics, as highlighted by Party General Secretary To Lam. Tightly interwoven with the battle against corruption and bureaucracy, this movement aims to address systemic inefficiencies while fostering a nationwide mindset of frugality.

After 40 years of reform, Vietnam stands on the threshold of a historic opportunity to enter a new era of national development. To seize this chance, mobilizing resources and unlocking public strength are critical.

The Government has issued a programme on practising thrift and fighting wastefulness in 2019, with one of the measures requiring cutting 10 percent of regular budget spending.