Nghe An: Highlights of January 18th

*SOn January 18th, under the chairmanship of the Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, Nguyen Duc Trung, the Steering Committee for Grassroots Democracy Regulations of Nghe An province organized...The online conference had 21 participating locations.To summarize the implementation of grassroots democracy regulations in 2020 and to plan tasks for 2021.

Summarizing the results and shortcomings in the implementation of grassroots democracy in 2020, the Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee stated that many members of the Steering Committee did not participate actively and effectively; there is still a small number of civil servants who lack awareness and responsibility in performing public service ethics; and some agencies and businesses are still hesitant to engage in dialogue with employees and citizens…

Entering 2021, the first year of the term, with a large workload and many difficulties and challenges, to improve the effectiveness and quality of implementing grassroots democracy, the Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee emphasized that the implementation of grassroots democracy must be linked to the Action Program of the Provincial Party Committee and to the election of People's Council representatives at all levels for the 2021-2026 term.

Comrade Nguyen Duc Trung - Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, and Head of the Provincial Steering Committee for Grassroots Democracy Regulations - concluded the meeting. Photo: Pham Bang

Furthermore, it is necessary to continue strengthening the leadership and guidance of Party committees and governments at all levels; the implementation of grassroots democracy must be linked to the fulfillment of the political tasks of each agency and unit; linked to administrative procedure reform, improving public service ethics, and government-led mass mobilization work. All levels, sectors, and units must promote the people's right to self-governance; and continue to identify, develop, and replicate exemplary models in the implementation of grassroots democracy.

*COn the afternoon of January 18th, the Nghe An Provincial Police held a ceremony to announce the decision of the Minister of Public Security regarding the appointment of Colonel Le Van Thai as Head of the Economic Security Department of the Nghe An Provincial Police.holding the position of Deputy Director of the Provincial Police DepartmentNghe An. Speaking at the handover ceremony for the new Deputy Director of the Nghe An Provincial Police, Major General Vo Trong Hai - Director of the Provincial Police - expressed his confidence that Colonel Le Van Thai will maximize his abilities and strengths, dedicate his heart and mind, and work together with the Standing Committee of the Party Committee and the leadership of the Provincial Police to lead and direct the Nghe An Police force to successfully complete all assigned tasks.

Acting on behalf of the Ministry of Public Security's leadership, Major General Vo Trong Hai - Director of the Provincial Police Department - presented the appointment decision for the Deputy Director of the Provincial Police Department to Colonel Le Van Thai. Photo: Duc Vu

*NOn January 18th, at Regiment 764, the Provincial Military Command organized a meeting.Career guidance and job placement services.Labor and vocational training policies for demobilized soldiers in 2021.

At the career guidance session, soldiers and non-commissioned officers received advice and job referrals from recruiting units, as well as information on vocational training and overseas employment opportunities in ASEAN countries, South Korea, Japan, etc., with the aim of supporting all workers on their path to establishing themselves, building careers, and creating a better future.

Soldiers register to participate in recruitment with businesses. Photo: Trong Kien

*CThe Quality Management Department of the Ministry of Education and Training has just announced...National Excellent Student Competition ResultsIn the 2020-2021 school year, the Phan Boi Chau High School for the Gifted had 102 students participating in the National Excellent Student Selection Examination.

As a result, the entire delegation had 81 students winning awards, including 7 first prizes, 25 second prizes, 27 third prizes, and 22 consolation prizes. Among the 7 first prizes won this year, there was 1 first prize in Mathematics, 1 first prize in Informatics, 1 first prize in Physics, 1 first prize in History, 1 first prize in Literature, and 2 first prizes in Biology.

Students from Phan Boi Chau Specialized High School before participating in the National Excellent Student Selection Exam. Photo: PV.

*CWith less than a month until the Lunar New Year of the Ox, flower growers in Nghe An province are currently busy tending to their gardens to ensure they are ready in time.supplying the market during the Tet holiday....

As Tet (Lunar New Year) approaches, the atmosphere in the flower gardens of the flower and ornamental plant villages in Nghi Lien and Nghi An communes (Vinh City) becomes lively and bustling. In many other localities such as Thanh Chuong, Thai Hoa town, and Quynh Luu, many households are also participating in flower cultivation this year. To withstand the severe cold weather and prevent the flowers from blooming too early, many gardeners have kept their gardens illuminated with lights throughout the night.

To cope with the severe cold and prevent flowers from blooming prematurely, many gardeners have been keeping their gardens illuminated with lights throughout the night. Photo: Tien Dong

*VAt 4 PM on January 17th, Nguyen Ba Huy, from Lien Thanh commune (Yen Thanh district), was being driven by his older sister on the back of her bicycle along the riverbank about 700 meters from their home. While cycling, his sister's sandal unfortunately fell into the river. Huy immediately jumped off the bike and into the river to retrieve it. When swimming to shore, Huy lost his grip on the bank due to the slippery mud.Swept away by the current.

As of the morning of January 18th, rescue forces from Lien Thanh commune, Yen Thanh district, are coordinating with the Military Command and the Police of Yen Thanh district to search for the child.

The area where Nguyen Ba Huy was swept away by floodwaters. Rescue forces searched for his body throughout the night of January 17th. Photo: Police.

*NOn January 18th, the Criminal Investigation Agency of Que Phong District Police isTwo suspects have been taken into custody.Xong Giong Va (born in 1980) and Va Cho Cha (born in 1983), both residing in Huoi Moi village, Tri Le commune, Que Phong district, were charged with illegally transporting narcotics.

Earlier, on January 17th, the task force apprehended the suspect along with evidence including 4 blocks of heroin and 1 mobile phone.

The suspects, Và Chơ Cha, Xồng Giống, and the seized evidence. Photo: Tân Kỳ