Consolidated Document number 7077/VBHN-BVHTTDL stipulates the code number, occupational title standards, and salary grading for specialized cultural sector civil servants.

CIRCULAR

Regulations on code numbers, occupational standards, and salary grading for specialized cultural staff at the grassroots level

Circular No. 03/2022/TT-BVHTTDL dated July 7, 2022, issued by the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism stipulating code numbers, occupational standards, and salary grading for specialized cultural staff at the grassroots level has been amended and supplemented by:

Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, issued by the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism stipulating amendments and supplements to certain articles of circulars regulating code numbers, occupational standards, and salary grading for specialized cultural heritage, library, grassroots culture, physical education and sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda staff, effective from January 15, 2026.

Pursuant to the Civil Servant Law dated November 15, 2010;

Pursuant to the Law Amending and Supplementing Certain Provisions of the Civil Servants and Public Officials Law and the Public Service Staff Law dated November 25, 2019;

Pursuant to Decree No. 204/2004/NĐ-CP dated December 14, 2004, of the Government on salary system for civil servants, public officials, and armed forces personnel, and Decree No. 17/2013/NĐ-CP dated February 19, 2013, of the Government amending and supplementing certain provisions of Decree No. 204/2004/NĐ-CP dated December 14, 2004, of the Government on salary system for civil servants, public officials, and armed forces personnel;

Pursuant to Government Decree No. 79/2017/NĐ-CP dated July 17, 2017, on functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism;

Based on the proposal of the Director of the Cadre and Civil Servant Department;

The phrase "or examination" is abolished pursuant to Clause 6, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars prescribing job codes, qualification standards, and salary grades for civil servants in the heritage culture, library, grassroots cultural activities, sports, fine arts, art performance, film, and cultural propaganda sectors, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

The Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism issues this Circular stipulating code numbers, occupational standards, and salary grading for specialized cultural staff at the grassroots level.[1]

Chapter I. GENERAL PROVISIONS

Article 1. Scope of Regulation and Applicability

Article 1. This Circular stipulates code numbers, occupational standards, and salary grading for specialized cultural staff at the grassroots level, including: the method officer group and the cultural guide officer group.

Article 2. This Circular applies to specialized cultural staff at the grassroots level working in public service units and related organizations and individuals.

Article 2. Code numbers of occupational titles for specialized cultural staff at the grassroots level

Clause 1. The method officer group, including:

Point a) Method Officer Level II        Code number: V.10.06.19

Point b) Method Officer Level III       Code number: V.10.06.20

Point c) Method Officer Level IV       Code number: V.10.06.21

Clause 2. The cultural guide officer group, including:

Point a) Cultural Guide Officer Level II     Code number: V.10.07.22

Point b) Cultural Guide Officer Level III    Code number: V.10.07.23

Point c) Cultural Guide Officer Level IV    Code number: V.10.07.24

Article 3. General ethical standards for specialized cultural staff at the grassroots level

Clause 1. Having a sense of responsibility towards assigned tasks, complying with legal regulations; fulfilling all duties of public service staff in professional activities.

Clause 2. Passionate about the profession, honest, objective, straightforward; working scientifically, with clear opinions; having a humble and proper attitude when interacting with the people; being aware of combating wrongful and negative behaviors; practicing thrift and opposing waste.

Clause 3. Having a spirit of unity, being proactive and actively cooperating with colleagues to fulfill assigned tasks.

Clause 4. Continuously studying and improving moral qualities, competence, and capabilities.

Chapter II. OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS

Article 4. Method Officer Level II - Code: V.10.06.19

1. Duties:

a) Lead the development of long-term, medium-term, and annual plans on grassroots cultural activities of the unit and organize their implementation after approval;

b) Lead the organization of program development, preparation of operational guidelines, and methods for grassroots cultural institutions with activity scales and scopes from district to provincial levels;

c) Directly stage programs, develop scripts for festivals, competitions, performances, and mass cultural and artistic activities at the sectoral and provincial levels;

d) Lead or participate in organizing and preparing content for workshops, conferences, seminars on operational methods and techniques in mass cultural and artistic activities;

đ) Monitor and provide professional guidance to grassroots cultural institutions within the jurisdiction; evaluate, propose, and disseminate experiences among grassroots cultural institutions;

e) Develop program content, prepare materials, and participate in training and providing professional guidance for method officers of lower ranks;

2. Qualifications regarding education and training:

a) Hold a bachelor's degree or higher relevant to grassroots culture;

b) Possess a certificate in standard occupational title training for method officers;

3. Qualifications regarding professional expertise and skills:

a) Be thoroughly familiar with the Party's policies and State laws on grassroots culture;

b) Be thoroughly familiar with the history, culture, and society of each region;

c) Understand management methods and have experience in organizational work and operations of grassroots cultural institutions;

d) Have the ability to analyze, synthesize, systematize, and draft documents in the field of grassroots culture;

đ) Have basic computer skills and be able to use foreign languages or ethnic minority languages for staff working in ethnic minority areas as required by job positions;

4. Requirements for staff candidates[2] Consideration for promotion to the occupational title of Method Officer Level II:

Must have worked in the occupational title of Method Officer Level III or equivalent for at least nine years (excluding probationary and trial periods). In cases of equivalent time, there must be at least one year (twelve months) in the occupational title of Method Officer Level III up to the deadline for submitting registration applications;[3] for promotion.

Article 5. Method Officer Level III - Code: V.10.06.20

1. Duties:

a) Develop annual plans for assigned professional tasks and organize their implementation after approval;

b) Stage programs, contests, performances, and cultural and artistic activities at the district level;

c) Monitor and provide professional guidance to grassroots cultural institutions within the jurisdiction; summarize experiences for application in other grassroots cultural institutions;

d) Participate in organizing training sessions, professional skill enhancement, talent development, club, and interest group activities;

2. Qualifications regarding education and training:

a) Hold a bachelor's degree or higher relevant to grassroots culture;

b) Possess a certificate in standard occupational title training for method officers;

3. Qualifications regarding professional expertise and skills:

a) Be familiar with the Party's policies and State laws on grassroots culture;

b) Have basic knowledge of grassroots cultural management; have experience in grassroots cultural activities;

c) Understand the history, culture, and society of the area under management;

d) Have the ability to analyze, synthesize, and advise on drafting operational guidelines;

đ) Have basic computer skills and be able to use foreign languages or ethnic minority languages for staff working in ethnic minority areas as required by job positions;

4. Requirements for staff candidates[4] Consideration for promotion to the occupational title of Method Officer Level III:

Must have worked in the occupational title of Method Officer Level IV or equivalent for at least two years (excluding probationary and trial periods) for associate degree holders, or at least three years (excluding probationary and trial periods) for diploma holders. In cases of equivalent time, there must be at least one year (twelve months) in the occupational title of Method Officer Level IV up to the deadline for submitting registration applications[5] for promotion.

Article 6. Methodology Officer Level IV - Code: V.10.06.21

1. Duties:

a) Participate in guiding experimental models and patterns of activities of grassroots cultural institutions within the scope of assigned work;

b) Carry out tasks related to organizing programs, contests, performances, and other mass cultural activities of grassroots cultural institutions;

c) Monitor and guide the activities of grassroots cultural institutions under the management area.

2. Qualifications regarding education and training:

a) Hold a diploma at the college level or higher relevant to grassroots cultural affairs;

b) Possess a certificate in standard occupational title training for method officers;

3. Qualifications regarding professional expertise and skills:

a) Know methods of organizing and implementing grassroots cultural activities assigned;

b) Have basic knowledge about grassroots cultural work and related cultural and artistic disciplines;

c) Possess the ability to apply information technology to perform assigned tasks.

Article 7. Cultural Guide Level II - Code: V.10.07.22

1. Duties:

a) Lead the development of long-term, medium-term, and annual plans for assigned grassroots cultural business activities and organize their implementation after approval;

b) Lead the organization of compiling promotional materials and guidance on operational procedures for assigned grassroots cultural activities;

c) Develop plans, organize, and guide the public's participation in grassroots cultural institution activities (talent classes, club meetings, interest groups, tours, rituals, music and arts performances, and other grassroots cultural activities);

d) Lead the development and practice of model activity patterns and advanced work methods for the grassroots level;

đ) Lead or participate in organizing mass cultural and artistic activities on holidays, festivals, or important events; organize and participate in specialized symposiums, conferences, and performances within the assigned professional and operational scope;

e) Plan, organize training, and guide methodology officers of lower levels in their professional and operational duties.

2. Qualifications regarding education and training:

a) Hold a bachelor's degree or higher relevant to grassroots culture;

b) Hold a certificate in professional qualification standards for cultural guides.

3. Qualifications regarding professional expertise and skills:

a) Be thoroughly familiar with the Party's policies and State laws on grassroots culture;

b) Master the forms and methods of conducting mass cultural work and clubs;

c) Master pedagogical principles and skills and methods of professional guidance; have experience in guiding grassroots cultural operational activities;

d) Understand grassroots cultural work within the assigned field;

đ) Possess the ability to analyze, synthesize, systematize, and draft professional guidance documents on grassroots cultural affairs;

e) Possess basic computer skills, be able to use foreign languages or ethnic minority languages for staff working in ethnic minority regions according to job requirements.

4. Requirements for staff candidates[6] Consideration for promotion to the professional title of Cultural Guide Level II:

Must have worked in the professional title of Cultural Guide Level III or equivalent for at least nine years (excluding probationary and trial periods). In cases with equivalent time, must have held the Cultural Guide Level III professional title for at least one year (12 months) up to the deadline for submitting registration applications.[7] for promotion.

Article 8. Cultural Guide Level III - Code: V.10.07.23

1. Duties:

a) Participate in developing plans, programs, contents, and guidance materials suitable for the assigned target group;

b) Directly guide the public's participation in cultural institution activities (talent classes, club meetings, interest groups, tours, rituals, music and arts performances, and other grassroots cultural activities);

c) Practice advanced professional programs and work methods for the grassroots level;

d) Participate in organizing mass cultural and artistic activities on holidays, festivals, or important events; participate in specialized discussions and exchanges on professional and operational matters.

2. Qualifications regarding education and training:

a) Hold a bachelor's degree or higher relevant to grassroots culture;

b) Hold a certificate in professional qualification standards for cultural guides.

3. Qualifications regarding professional expertise and skills:

a) Be familiar with the Party's policies and State laws on grassroots culture;

b) Understand the forms and methods of conducting mass cultural work and clubs; pedagogical principles and skills and methods of professional guidance;

c) Have basic knowledge about grassroots cultural work within the assigned field;

d) Possess the ability to analyze, synthesize, and draft professional guidance documents on grassroots cultural affairs within the assigned field;

đ) Proficiently use technical equipment and devices serving professional work;

e) Possess basic computer skills, be able to use foreign languages or ethnic minority languages for staff working in ethnic minority regions according to job requirements.

4. Requirements for staff candidates[8] Consideration for promotion to the professional title of Cultural Guide Level III:

Must have worked in the professional title of Cultural Guide Level IV or equivalent for at least two years (excluding probationary and trial periods) for associate degree holders or at least three years (excluding probationary and trial periods) for college diploma holders. In cases with equivalent time, must have held the Cultural Guide Level IV professional title for at least one year (12 months) up to the deadline for submitting registration applications.[9] for promotion.

Article 9. Cultural Guide Level IV - Code: V.10.07.24

1. Duties:

a) Directly guide the masses to participate in one of the activities of cultural institutions (talent classes, club activities, interest groups, tours, rituals, artistic performances, and other grassroots cultural activities);

b) Participate in organizing cultural and artistic mass activities on holidays and festivals; participate in seminars and discussions on professional and vocational matters;

c) Participate in proposing plans to organize effective training and vocational guidance sessions.

2. Qualifications regarding education and training:

a) Hold a diploma at the college level or higher relevant to grassroots cultural affairs;

b) Hold a certificate in professional qualification standards for cultural guides.

3. Qualifications regarding professional expertise and skills:

a) Have basic knowledge about methods for guiding grassroots cultural vocational work, community cultural centers;

b) Have experience in guiding the specialized vocational work of grassroots cultural institutions assigned to manage;

c) Know how to use technical equipment for the assigned professional and vocational work;

d) Possess the ability to apply information technology to perform assigned tasks.

Chapter III. GRADING OF SALARIES FOR PROFESSIONAL TITLES OF SPECIALIZED CULTURAL GRASSROOTS STAFF

Article 10. Principles for grading salaries for professional titles of specialized grassroots cultural staff

1. The appointment and salary grading for professional titles of specialized grassroots cultural staff as stipulated in this Circular must be based on the position, responsibilities, duties, and professional and vocational expertise currently held by the staff member.

2. When appointing and grading salaries for professional titles of specialized grassroots cultural staff, it shall not be combined with salary grade increases or promotions in professional title grades.

Article 11. Salary Grading Method

1. The professional titles of specialized grassroots cultural staff stipulated in this Circular shall apply Table 3 (Table of Salaries for Professional and Vocational Staff in State-Owned Public Institutions) issued together with Decree No. 204/2004/NĐ-CP dated December 14, 2004 of the Government on the salary system for cadres, civil servants, staff members, and armed forces personnel, specifically as follows:

a) For the professional title of method instructor:

- The professional title of method instructor Level II applies the salary grade of staff type A2, group 2 (A2.2), from salary coefficient 4.00 to salary coefficient 6.38;

- The professional title of method instructor Level III applies the salary grade of staff type A1, from salary coefficient 2.34 to salary coefficient 4.98;

- The professional title of method instructor Level IV applies the salary grade of staff type B, from salary coefficient 1.86 to salary coefficient 4.06.

b) For the professional title of cultural guide:

- The professional title of cultural guide Level II applies the salary grade of staff type A2, group 2 (A2.2), from salary coefficient 4.00 to salary coefficient 6.38.

- The professional title of cultural guide Level III applies the salary grade of staff type A1, from salary coefficient 2.34 to salary coefficient 4.98;

- The professional title of cultural guide Level IV applies the salary grade of staff type B, from salary coefficient 1.86 to salary coefficient 4.06.

2.[10] After completing the probationary period according to regulations, civil servants will be appointed and have their salary grade set as follows:

a) In cases where staff members are recruited with a bachelor's degree appropriate to the job position and appointed to the professional title of method instructor Level III or cultural guide Level III: grade 1, salary coefficient 2.34, staff type A1 grade;

b) In cases where staff members are recruited with an associate degree appropriate to the job position and appointed to the professional title of method instructor Level IV or cultural guide Level IV: grade 1, salary coefficient 1.86, staff type B grade.

c) In cases where civil servants are recruited with a higher level of education than required under points a and b of this clause, each higher level of education will be added one salary grade.

3. The transfer of salary grading for staff members moving from their current professional titles to the professional titles of specialized grassroots cultural staff stipulated in this Circular shall be implemented according to the guidelines in Section II of Circular No. 02/2007/TT-BNV dated May 25, 2007 of the Minister of Home Affairs on salary grading when upgrading, transferring grades, or changing types of civil servants and staff members.

Chapter IV. IMPLEMENTING PROVISIONS

Article 12. Implementation Organization

1. This Circular serves as the basis for implementing the recruitment, utilization, and management of specialized cultural staff working in public service units.

2. The heads of public service units directly managing and utilizing staff shall be responsible for reviewing job positions within their units; deciding or submitting to competent authorities for approval the appointment of occupational titles of specialized cultural staff according to the delegated authority.

3. Non-public organizations, institutions, and non-profit enterprises may apply the provisions of this Circular to recruit, utilize, and manage personnel working in the specialized cultural sector.

Article 13. Transitional Provisions

1. Staff who have been appointed to occupational titles in the specialized cultural sector according to the law before the effective date of this Circular shall be deemed to meet the requirements of occupational title standards for specialized cultural staff as stipulated in this Circular corresponding to the occupational titles they have been appointed.

2. Staff who have obtained certificates for training on occupational title standards for various levels of specialized cultural staff before June 30, 2022, as prescribed in Clause 3, Article 2 of Decree No. 89/2021/NĐ-CP dated October 18, 2021, amending and supplementing certain articles of Decree No. 101/2017/NĐ-CP dated September 1, 2017, on training and capacity building for cadres, civil servants, and staff shall be deemed to meet the requirements for certificates for training on occupational title standards for specialized cultural staff to consider transferring occupational titles, participating in the examination period for promotion of occupational titles, and are not required to study the training program on occupational title standards for specialized cultural staff as stipulated in this Circular.[11] They are not required to study the training program on occupational title standards for specialized cultural staff as stipulated in this Circular.

Article 14. Effective Date[12]

1. This Circular takes effect from August 25, 2022.

2. Abolish Circular Jointly Issued No. 06/2016/TTLT-BVHTTDL-BNV dated June 30, 2016, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism and the Minister of Home Affairs on the code number and occupational title standards for specialized cultural staff.

3. In cases where the referenced documents in this Circular are amended, supplemented, or replaced, implementation shall be carried out according to the amended, supplemented, or replaced documents.

Article 15. Responsibility for Implementation

1. The Minister, Heads of Ministries equivalent to Ministries, Heads of Government Agencies, Chairpersons of Provincial People's Committees under the Central Government, and related agencies, units, and individuals are responsible for implementing this Circular.

2. During the implementation process, if any difficulties arise, agencies, units, and individuals are requested to promptly report to the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism for research and appropriate amendments and supplements.

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[1] Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda has the following basis for issuance:

"Pursuant to the Law on Civil Servants dated November 15, 2010;

Pursuant to the Law Amending and Supplementing Certain Provisions of the Civil Servants and Public Officials Law and the Public Service Staff Law dated November 25, 2019;

Pursuant to Decree No. 204/2004/NĐ-CP dated December 14, 2004, of the Government on salary system for civil servants, public officials, and armed forces personnel, and Decree No. 17/2013/NĐ-CP dated February 19, 2013, of the Government amending and supplementing certain provisions of Decree No. 204/2004/NĐ-CP dated December 14, 2004, of the Government on salary system for civil servants, public officials, and armed forces personnel;

Pursuant to Decree No. 85/2023/NĐ-CP dated December 7, 2023, of the Government amending and supplementing certain articles of Decree No. 115/2020/NĐ-CP dated September 25, 2020, on recruitment, utilization, and management of civil servants;

Based on the proposal of the Director of the Cadre and Civil Servant Department;

Pursuant to Decree No. 85/2023/NĐ-CP dated December 7, 2023, of the Government amending and supplementing certain articles of Decree No. 115/2020/NĐ-CP dated September 25, 2020, on the recruitment, utilization, and management of civil servants;"

The phrase "or examination" is abolished pursuant to Clause 6, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars prescribing job codes, qualification standards, and salary grades for civil servants in the heritage culture, library, grassroots cultural activities, sports, fine arts, art performance, film, and cultural propaganda sectors, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

The Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism issues this Circular amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda.

[2] The phrase "or test" is abolished according to Clause 3, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

[3] The phrase "or test" is abolished according to Clause 3, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

[4] The phrase "or test" is abolished according to Clause 3, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

[5] The phrase "or test" is abolished according to Clause 3, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

[6] The phrase "or test" is abolished according to Clause 3, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

[7] The phrase "or test" is abolished according to Clause 3, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

[8] The phrase "or test" is abolished according to Clause 3, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

[9] The phrase "or test" is abolished according to Clause 3, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

[10] This clause is amended and supplemented according to Article 3 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

[11] The phrase "or test" is abolished according to Clause 3, Article 8 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, of the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism amending and supplementing certain articles of Circulars stipulating code numbers, occupational title standards, and salary grades for specialized cultural staff in heritage culture, libraries, grassroots culture, sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda, which takes effect from January 15, 2026.

[12] Article 9 of Circular No. 15/2025/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 25, 2025, issued by the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism to amend and supplement certain provisions of Circulars stipulating code numbers, job title standards, and salary grading for cultural heritage, library, grassroots culture, physical education and sports, fine arts, performing arts, cinema, and cultural propaganda officials, which shall take effect from January 15, 2026, provides as follows:

"Article 9. Implementation Provisions

1. This Circular takes effect from January 15, 2026.

2. During the implementation process, if there are any difficulties, it is requested that agencies, units, and individuals promptly report them to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism for study and appropriate amendments and supplements."