Constituents expressing their opinions on proposed constitutional revisions
Dak Lak Central Highlands province seeks public opinions on amendments to the 2013 Constitution
In Dak Lak province, Vietnam, a broad, nationwide effort is underway to amend and supplement the country's 2013 Constitution, emphasizing public participation and systematic consultation methods.
Locals, workers, and Party members are being encouraged to voice their opinions on proposed changes to the Constitution, with a wide range of responses showing a high level of unity and consensus among the community.
Visiting every household
In the Krong Na border commune of Buyon Don District, the local police and authorities are visiting every household to educate residents on how to contribute their opinions. Despite the area's large size and ethnic population, the process has gone smoothly, with people being guided in the practice of democracy in constitutional activities.
Resident elder Y Nu Say Niee said that officials had explained the purpose and significance of the public consultation on amending and supplementing the Constitution, and had helped the elders express their thoughts through the VNeID application. He found this method of submission very convenient and expressed his support for the proposed two-level local authority organization model.
School employees, such as Nguyen Ngoc Linh, deputy principal at the Yu Jut Primary School, have also contributed their comments and encouraged teachers and staff to participate.
Many respondents agree that the proposed amendments and supplements are suitable for the current situation in the country.
Collaborating with ward-level police and digital technology groups
In Buon Ma Thuot City, neighborhood police and mass organizations, along with community digital technology teams, have collaborated to create 13 teams to visit local residents and offer support in submitting feedback.
Nguyen Minh Hoa, a resident, applauded the use of technology, particularly the VNeID app, in facilitating public participation. He expressed his interest in the proposed streamlining of the apparatus and two-level local authority organization model and looked forward to a constitutional process that would ensure legality and lead to the comprehensive reform of the political system.
Participation and feedback from all sectors and units
In addition to the visits, conferences, seminars, and discussions are being organized by various sectors and units across the province to collect opinions from workers, Party members, and the general population.
Police in Krông Na Commune, Buôn Đôn District in Đắk Lắk Province guide people on how to contribute opinions on amending and supplementing the Constitution on the VNeID application. - VNA/VNS Photo Hoài Thu
Everyone involved has approached the task with a sense of responsibility, carefully studying the proposed changes and eagerly contributing quality ideas to the draft Resolution amending and supplementing the 2013 Constitution.
Enthusiastic opinions from experts and officials
Ha Ngoc Da, former director of the Dak Lak Division of Education and Training, has submitted written comments on the proposed amendments and supplements, which he will forward to the provincial Fatherland Front. He believes that the involvement of the public in the Constitution construction demonstrates national pride and self-respect and will help create a democratic, prosperous, and happy society.
The Deputy President of the provincial Young Entrepreneurs Association, Nguyen Van Huan, also expressed his support for the proposed changes, stating that they align with the people's wishes and expand socio-economic development opportunities.
Vo Tien Tuan Niem, secretary of the Dak Lak Province Youth Union, has quickly studied the proposed changes, shared his thoughts, and encouraged fellow students to do the same. He is particularly interested in how the draft Resolution will further clarify the role of the Vietnam Fatherland Front in uniting the nation and specify the roles and positions of member organizations, thereby fostering their ability to serve as a bridge between the Party, the State, and the public.
The Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Justice Do Duc Ha said that collecting public feedback creates a practical political and legal consensus, promoting the role of the people as masters in the process of perfecting the Constitution.
Before the end of this month, the Department of Justice will advise the provincial People's Committee to prepare a report summarizing the opinions of the people and various sectors in the province to submit to the Ministry of Justice [1][2].
The process of amending and supplementing the Constitution in Dak Lak province follows a structured, multi-channel approach, encompassing digital tools, mass media, local consultations, and sector-specific initiatives to capture the community's views in national constitutional reforms [3][4][5].
[1] VNS, "Đắk Lắk collects opinions on amending and supplementing Constitution," July 4, 2023.
[2] VietnamPlus, "Government calls for public opinions on proposed constitutional amendments," May 5, 2023.
[3] Tuoi Tre News, "Central Highlands province seeks public opinions on amendments to 2013 Constitution," May 6, 2023.
[4] Vietnam News Agency, "Over 50 million opinions collected through Vietnam Fatherland Front by May 14," May 16, 2023.
Hà Ngọc Đào, former director of the Đắk Lắk Division of Education and Training, contributes comments on amending and supplementing the Constitution in written document form and will be sending it to the provincial Fatherland Front. - VNA/VNS Photo Hoài Thu
[5] Voice of Vietnam, "Constitutional amendment public consultation: Vast majority support streamlining of apparatus across sectors," May 20, 2023.
- In the spirit of democratic participation, the amendments to the 2013 Constitution are being discussed extensively in the field of politics, with opinions being sought from various sectors and units across Dak Lak province, including experts in education like Ha Ngoc Da.
- The business community, represented by the Deputy President of the provincial Young Entrepreneurs Association, Nguyen Van Huan, has offered its support for the proposed amendments, believing they align with the people's aspirations and facilitate socio-economic development.
- In the realm of justice, the Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Justice, Do Duc Ha, has affirmed that the public feedback process creates a practical political and legal consensus, thus reinforcing the people's role as the masters in the process of perfecting the Constitution.
- Technology, particularly the VNeID application, has emerged as a valuable tool in facilitating public participation, as demonstrated by residents like Nguyen Minh Hoa who praised its convenience.
- The policy-and-legislation arena has witnessed the Youth Union's secretary, Vo Tien Tuan Niem, expressing his interest in how the proposed changes will clarify the role of the Vietnam Fatherland Front and enhance its ability to serve as a bridge between the Party, the State, and the public.
