Current Trend of Power Devolution from Central to Local Levels in Vietnam through Decentralization Mechanisms

Abstract

 In the context of constructing and perfecting the socialist rule of law state in
Vietnam, the issue of decentralization and devolution is increasingly of concern to the Party
and State. Resolution No. 27-NQ/TW [1] has outlined specific goals by 2030: "...reasonable
devolution and decentralization between the central and local levels; fundamentally
improving the organization of local government machinery." To clarify the Party's guiding
principles and specific objectives regarding decentralization and devolution, this article
will elucidate some theoretical and practical issues concerning decentralization and
devolution in state administrative management, thereby assessing the current trend of
power devolution from the central to local levels in our country.