Decision No. 17/1998/QD-TTg stipulates the responsibilities of Ministries, ministerial-level agencies, and local authorities in creating conditions for the effective operation of the Vietnam Farmers' Association. The Decision applies to Ministries, ministerial-level agencies, and local authorities at all levels. Notably, it requires the Farmers' Association to be informed and involved from the initial stage of policy and law development; to cooperate in organizing the implementation of economic and social tasks; to invite representatives of the Association to participate in meetings and advisory bodies; and to create favorable conditions regarding coordination mechanisms and operating funds for the Association.
Scope of application
Ministries, ministerial-level agencies, and local authorities at all levels
Key points
- When formulating policies and laws, Ministries and local authorities must inform and create conditions for the Farmers' Association to participate from the outset.
- In the process of implementing economic and social tasks, Ministries and local authorities must cooperate with the Farmers' Association to organize and direct the development of farmers' movements.
- Ministries and local authorities regularly provide information to farmers about new state policies and adjust mechanisms and policies in line with practical realities.
- Ministries and local authorities invite representatives of the Farmers' Association to participate in meetings discussing issues related to farmers and in advisory bodies (Committees, Councils) that function in connection with the rights and obligations of farmers.
- Ministries and local authorities create favorable conditions for the Farmers' Association at all levels regarding coordination mechanisms, operating funds, and working tools.
🌐 Social impact of this document
- Create a favorable environment for farmers to participate in the process of policy and law development and the implementation of economic and social tasks.
- Support the development of farmers' movements through close cooperation between local authorities and the Farmers' Association.
- Provide timely information to farmers about new state policies to help them seize opportunities and actively participate in the process of industrialization and modernization of the country.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How must Ministries and local authorities notify the Farmers' Association when formulating policies?
When formulating policies, Ministries and local authorities must notify the Farmers' Association from the outset to participate in the drafting process.
How must Ministries and local authorities cooperate with the Farmers' Association in implementing economic and social tasks?
Ministries and local authorities must cooperate with the Farmers' Association to organize and direct the development of farmers' movements, while providing information about new state policies.
Are representatives of the Farmers' Association invited to participate in meetings discussing issues related to farmers?
Yes, representatives of the Farmers' Association are invited to participate in meetings discussing issues related to farmers and can participate as official members in advisory bodies (Committees, Councils).
What conditions must Ministries and local authorities create for the Farmers' Association?
Ministries and local authorities must create favorable conditions for the Farmers' Association at all levels regarding coordination mechanisms, operating funds, and working tools according to current regulations.
What is the frequency of regular meetings between local authorities and the Farmers' Association?
Local authorities at all levels must hold regular meetings with the Farmers' Association at the same level every six months to discuss the program of coordinated activities and address urgent issues of farmers' movements. In case of emergencies, local authorities and the Farmers' Association at the same level promptly coordinate to handle the situation.
Full text
DECISION OF THE PRIME MINISTER
Regarding the issuance of regulations on the responsibilities of ministries and levels of government
in creating conditions for the effective operation of levels of the Vietnam Farmers' Association
PRIME MINISTER
Based on Articles 9, 87, 111, 112, and 125 of the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in 1992;
Based on Articles 7, 8, and 39 of the Government Organization Law in 1992;
Pursuant to the proposal of the Central Executive Committee of the Vietnam Farmers' Association,
DECISION:
Article 1. Issued with this Decision is the "Regulations on the Responsibilities of Ministries and Levels of Government in Creating Conditions for the Effective Operation of Levels of the Vietnam Farmers' Association".
Article 2. THIS DECISION SHALL TAKE EFFECT 15 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF SIGNATURE.
Article 3. Ministers, Heads of ministerial-level agencies, Heads of governmental agencies, Chairpersons of People's Councils, and Chairpersons of People's Committees at provincial and centrally governed city levels shall be responsible for implementing this Decision.
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Phan Van Khai (Signed) |
REGULATIONS
ON THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF MINISTRIES AND LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT
IN CREATING CONDITIONS FOR THE EFFECTIVE OPERATION OF LEVELS OF THE VIETNAM FARMERS' ASSOCIATION
(Issued together with Decision No. 17/1998/QĐ-TTg dated January 24, 1998)
Ministries, ministerial-level agencies, and governmental agencies (hereinafter collectively referred to as Ministries), People's Councils and People's Committees at all levels (hereinafter collectively referred to as local levels of government) when formulating policies, laws, state plans, or addressing economic and social issues related to farmers' rights and obligations, and the tasks of the Vietnam Farmers' Association must notify and create conditions for levels of the Vietnam Farmers' Association to participate from the outset.
Article 1. During the process of drafting documents, if there are disagreements, the agency primarily responsible for drafting the document must present clearly the differing opinions for the competent authority to consider and decide.
In the course of organizing and implementing political, economic, social, national defense, and security tasks in rural areas and within the agricultural sector, Ministries and local levels of government must coordinate with the corresponding level of the Vietnam Farmers' Association to organize guidance and create conditions for the development of farmers' movements.
Article 2. Ministries and local levels of government regularly provide information about new state policies and programs; promptly adjust and supplement mechanisms and policies to align with practical realities to mobilize all potential resources of farmers for the cause of industrialization and modernization of the country.
Ministries and local levels of government invite representatives of the corresponding level of the Vietnam Farmers' Association to participate in meetings discussing matters related to farmers and to join as official members in advisory bodies (Committees, Councils) whose functions and activities are linked to farmers' rights and obligations.
Article 3. To enable the Vietnam Farmers' Association to effectively perform its supervisory and inspection functions regarding the implementation of Party guidelines and state policies and laws, Ministries and local levels of government have the responsibility to create favorable conditions during the inspection process; promptly examine, resolve, and respond to the association's recommendations in accordance with legal provisions.
Article 4. When establishing inspection teams to monitor the enforcement of laws and the implementation of policies directly affecting farmers' rights and interests, Ministries and local levels of government should invite representatives of the Vietnam Farmers' Association to participate.
Ministries and local levels of government have the responsibility to create favorable conditions regarding coordination mechanisms, operational funding, and working tools for levels of the Vietnam Farmers' Association according to current regulations to enable the association to effectively carry out its functions and tasks.
Article 5. Local levels of government have a plan to meet regularly (every six months) with the corresponding level of the Vietnam Farmers' Association to discuss cooperative activity programs and address urgent issues raised by farmers' movements. In case of emergencies, local governments and the corresponding level of the Vietnam Farmers' Association will promptly cooperate to handle them.
Article 6. Ministers of Ministries, Heads of ministerial-level agencies, Heads of governmental agencies under the Government, Chairpersons of People's Councils, and Chairpersons of People's Committees at all levels shall work with the corresponding level of the Vietnam Farmers' Association to concretize cooperation programs to achieve tangible results.
Article 7. The Office of the Government shall be responsible for monitoring, summarizing, and periodically reporting to the Prime Minister on the results of implementing these regulations./.
Article 8. The Office of the Government shall be responsible for monitoring, compiling, and periodically reporting to the Prime Minister on the results of implementing this provision./.
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