Decision No. 86/1998/QĐ-TTg On the establishment of the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control

Decision No. 86/1998/QĐ-TTg establishes the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control with members headed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. The Decision also requires provinces and centrally governed cities to establish local steering committees for forest fire prevention and control.

Document No.86/1998/QĐ-TTg
Document typeDecision
Issuing authorityMinistry of Agriculture and Environment
Signed byNguyễn Công Tạn — Phó Thủ tướng
Updated01/07/2026
SectorAgriculture and Rural Development
FieldUncategorized
Issued date21/04/1998
Effective date21/04/1998
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Decision No. 86/1998/QĐ-TTg establishes the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control with members headed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. The Decision also requires provinces and centrally governed cities to establish local steering committees for forest fire prevention and control.

Key points

  • The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development serves as the Head of the Committee and utilizes its own organizational structure to support the operation of the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control.
  • Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Nguyen Van Dang serves as the Vice Chairman in charge.
  • Representatives from the Ministries of Planning and Investment, Finance, Defense, Public Security, Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs, and the Committee for Ethnic Minorities and Mountainous Areas are members of the Committee.
  • Provinces and centrally governed cities must establish local steering committees for forest fire prevention and control and directly command grassroots levels to implement fire prevention and control within their respective jurisdictions.
  • The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development is responsible for implementing this Decision.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive impact: Strengthening leadership and management of forest fire prevention and control at the central level.
  • Negative impact: It may impose additional burdens on human resources and finances for the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

❓ Frequently asked questions

Who established the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control?

The Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control was established by the Prime Minister.

Who is the Head of the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control?

The Head of the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control is assumed by the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Who establishes the provincial steering committee for forest fire prevention and control?

The provincial steering committee for forest fire prevention and control is established by the Chairmen of the People's Committees of provinces and centrally governed cities.

What responsibilities do the Ministers and Heads of agencies equivalent to ministries have?

The Ministers, Heads of agencies equivalent to ministries, and heads of government-affiliated agencies are responsible for implementing this Decision.

Does the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control have a permanent office?

Yes, the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control has a permanent office utilizing the organizational structure of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development兼任职务。

Full text

PRIME MINISTER

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM
Independence – Freedom – Happiness

Number: 86/1998/QĐ-TTg
Hanoi, April 21, 1998

Pursuant to …;

Regarding the establishment of the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control

PRIME MINISTER

Based on the Government Organization Law dated September 30, 1992,

Pursuant to the Law on Protection and Development of Forests dated January 17, 1992,

Pursuant to the Government Decree No. 22/CP dated March 20, 1995, concerning forest fire prevention and control,

Considering the proposal of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development;

DECISION:

Article 1. The Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control is hereby established. The members of the Steering Committee include:

1.1- The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development shall serve as Chairman.

1.2- Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Nguyen Van Dang shall serve as Vice-Chairman in charge of day-to-day operations.

1.3- Representatives from the leadership of the Ministries of Planning and Investment, Finance, National Defense, Public Security, Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs, and the Committee for Ethnic Minorities and Mountainous Areas shall serve as members of the Steering Committee.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development shall utilize its existing administrative apparatus to support the operational activities of the Central Steering Committee for Forest Fire Prevention and Control.

The Steering Committee shall have a permanent office (utilizing the administrative apparatus of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development on a concurrent basis), which shall be provided with operating funds included in the annual budget allocated to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Article 2. Chairmen of People's Committees of provinces and centrally governed cities with forests shall establish provincial and city-level steering committees for forest fire prevention and control, and directly command grassroots levels to implement fire prevention and control within their respective jurisdictions.

Article 3. Ministers, Heads of ministerial-level agencies and agencies under the Government, and Chairmen of People's Committees of provinces and centrally governed cities shall be responsible for implementing this Decision.


DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER
(Signed)
Nguyen Cong Tan
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