Ho Chi Minh City Constituents Urge Policies for Talent Attraction and Worker Support

During a recent meeting with constituents in Ho Chi Minh City's eastern wards, members of the National Assembly delegation, including Nguyễn Thị Thanh Mai, Director of Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City, and Võ Hoàng Ngân, Deputy Head of the Ho Chi Minh City National Assembly Delegation, addressed a range of pressing issues. The primary focus was on the critical need for policies that effectively attract and retain high-caliber human resources to fuel the city's development. Constituents voiced concerns about the current challenges faced by local officials, with some commuting over 80 kilometers daily, underscoring the need for improved housing and incentives.

The discussions highlighted a strong desire for practical measures to draw in specialists and establish expert groups dedicated to the city's advancement. There was a clear emphasis on leveraging digital transformation and technological advancements in administrative work. Furthermore, constituents advocated for a robust "3 nhà" (state-school-enterprise) linkage model to foster innovation and collaboration. The economic pressures faced by freelancers, laborers, and low-income individuals due to rising living costs were also a significant point of discussion, with calls for increased basic salary and targeted support.

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The delegation will classify the recommendations according to the competent authority and send them to the relevant agencies for a prompt response to the people.

Beyond human resources and economic concerns, the meeting addressed persistent urban challenges. Issues such as flooding and traffic congestion on key routes were raised, with specific recommendations for installing surveillance cameras to combat illegal dumping and improving public amenities like park exercise equipment. The response from the National Assembly delegation, particularly from Ms. Mai, conveyed empathy and a commitment to forwarding these concerns to the relevant authorities for timely feedback. The prospect of a special urban law for Ho Chi Minh City, approved by the Politburo, was also discussed as a potential avenue for enhancing infrastructure and social welfare, offering hope for improved living conditions and greater peace of mind for residents.

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From this special urban law, the conditions for transportation infrastructure and social security in Ho Chi Minh City will be better, and the people will be taken care of better, thus living with peace of mind.