The People’s Committee of Phu Tho Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, recently held a ceremony to welcome and introduce a team of seconded officers assigned to work at the ward. This initiative aligns with the city’s strategy to strengthen urban and construction order management across HCMC.
Attending the ceremony were Mr. Nguyen Tai Luat, Head of Specialized Inspection Team No. 7 from the Department of Construction Inspection, HCMC Department of Construction; along with ward leaders including Mr. Pham Hung Quoc Bao (Secretary of the Party Committee, Chairman of the People’s Council), Mr. Nguyen Tran Tu (Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee), Mr. Nguyen Cong Chanh (Deputy Secretary, Chairman of the People’s Committee), and Ms. Truong Pham Lan Phuong (Vice Chairwoman of the People’s Committee).
Inauguration ceremony of the seconded task force – Photo: Phu Tho Hoa Ward People’s Committee
On behalf of the ward administration, Mr. Nguyen Cong Chanh outlined the responsibilities of the seconded officers, urging them to maximize their expertise, uphold accountability in public service, and provide professional support. He emphasized seamless collaboration with ward departments to enhance grassroots governance effectiveness. The secondment, he noted, reflects proactive leadership and organizational innovation to meet evolving demands.
Representing the seconded team, Mr. Phan Minh Tien pledged dedication, teamwork, and innovation to fulfill their duties. He stressed their commitment to strengthening coordination between the Department of Construction and local authorities in enforcing construction regulations, addressing violations, and maintaining urban order within the ward.
The event concluded with a coordinated roadmap for professional collaboration between the seconded team and ward departments, ensuring immediate operational impact at the local level.
As previously reported by Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper, HCMC is deploying seconded officers from the Department of Construction’s Specialized Inspection Division to districts, wards, and special zones to bolster urban and construction management. The HCMC People’s Committee Office is tasked with finalizing the delegation and coordination framework by November 2025.
The Director of the Department of Construction will collaborate with local chairpersons to assess needs, assign workspaces, and define specific tasks for seconded officers. The Department will provide ongoing oversight and guidance, while localities declining secondments will assume full responsibility for construction order management.
