After one year of implementing the two-tier local government model from July 1, 2025, the northern province of Tuyen Quang has recorded encouraging results in administrative reform, streamlining the political system and improving public services. The reform followed the merger of Tuyen Quang and Ha Giang provinces and the reorganization of commune-level administrative units under Resolution No. 1684/NQ-UBTVQH15 issued by the National Assembly Standing Committee.
Administrative reform in general, and administrative procedure reform in particular, has delivered notable results in recent years. During implementation, ministries and sectors have continued to review and eliminate cumbersome and overlapping procedures, while developing plans to simplify administrative processes.
The pilot implementation of an Online Public Service Agency model at 34 postal service points across the province is helping residents carry out administrative procedures more conveniently while contributing to digital transformation and improving the quality of government services for both citizens and businesses.
After more than six months in operation since July 1, 2025, the two-tier local government model in Tuyen Quang Province has gradually affirmed a renewed spirit of service - more proactive, more accountable and closer to the people. The restructuring and streamlining of the administrative apparatus have not only improved governance efficiency but also created fresh momentum for socio-economic development.
The Provincial People’s Committee has issued a decision approving and announcing the 2025 Public Administration Reform (PAR) Index for provincial departments, agencies, and commune- and ward-level People’s Committees under its authority.
The Government Office has announced the conclusions of the Permanent Government Body at a conference reviewing obstacles in the implementation of the two-level local government model.
After the administrative merger, Minh Ngoc Commune quickly stabilized its organizational structure and strengthened the operation of its Public Administrative Service Center - a key step in administrative reform that has improved the efficiency and effectiveness of local governance.
After three months of implementing the two-tier local government model, Thang Mo commune has operated smoothly and effectively, handling over 1,000 delegated tasks across various sectors such as civil status, land management, finance, education, healthcare, social welfare, construction, culture, and justice, meeting the needs of local people.
Amidst administrative reform and staff streamlining under the two-tier local government model, commune-level officials are taking on multiple roles at once - from land management, civil status registration, and cultural-social affairs to disaster prevention, security, and grassroots communication. Holding multiple responsibilities has become a common reality rather than an exception in many localities.
On July 1, 2025, the grassroots-level Public Administration Service Centers in Tuyen Quang officially came into operation, marking a major shift in administrative reform and digital transformation at the local level. A wide range of administrative procedures have been brought directly to villages and hamlets, helping residents save time and costs while significantly improving the quality of public services.
After the merger, the Tuyen Quang Provincial Police have stabilized their organizational structure and set up 36 registration points for issuing citizen ID cards and digital identity accounts.
On July 1, 2025, the provinces of Tuyen Quang and Ha Giang officially merged, marking a historic milestone as the two localities began operating under a new two-tier local government structure. This significant event ended nearly 35 years of separation, bringing together two regions under the new name - Tuyen Quang province.
On June 30, at two locations in Tuyen Quang and Ha Giang, a solemn ceremony was held to announce the Resolutions and Decisions of the central and local authorities regarding the merger of provincial- and commune-level administrative units, the dissolution of district-level units, and the appointment of key personnel.
BHG - Recent efforts to improve the Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI) and the Provincial Green Index (PGI) reflect the strong determination of the provincial Party committees and authorities in promoting administrative reforms, enhancing economic governance, and fostering sustainable development.
Breakthroughs from the two-tier local government model
