Trust and expectations of the intellectual community in the merger of Dong Nai and Binh Phuoc provinces

This spirit was the theme of a scientific workshop held on the morning of September 16 by the Dong Nai Union of Science and Technology Associations. The event gathered delegates, experts, scientists, and provincial-level managers.

Overview of the workshop “Trust and expectations of the intellectual community in the merger of Dong Nai and Binh Phuoc provinces.” Photo: Hoang Vu

In addition to 30 papers submitted to the organizing committee, delegates at the workshop engaged in direct exchanges and discussions on key issues such as: the context and significance of the post-merger period; the role and responsibilities of the intellectual community in this context; their confidence in and contributions to the success of the merger; their expectations regarding the organizational structure, governance, and socio-economic development of the new Dong Nai Province; as well as challenges and proposed solutions to promote the role of intellectuals in the new phase.

Tran Quang Toai, Chairman of the Dong Nai Historical Science Association, presents a paper at the workshop. Photo: Hoang Vu

As professionals working in diverse fields such as education, science, technology, culture, healthcare, and the economy, the intellectual community bears a particularly important responsibility in analyzing, explaining, critiquing, and accompanying authorities and the people in better understanding both the long-term benefits and immediate challenges of the new Dong Nai Province. They also play a role in shaping development visions, ensuring that the administrative restructuring process goes hand in hand with improving people’s quality of life; maintaining and promoting the distinctive cultural and social identities of each locality while working toward a shared identity rich in heritage and creativity; building social trust; and contributing to communication, explanation, and dissemination of the spirit of reform for the common good.

The comments and recommendations submitted to the workshop will be compiled by the Organizing Committee, reported, and sent to the Provincial Party Committee, the People’s Committee, and the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Dong Nai Province. Photo: Hoang Vu

The feedback and recommendations presented at the workshop will be compiled by the organizing committee and submitted to the Provincial Party Committee, the People's Committee, and the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Dong Nai Province to serve as a basis for policymaking and development planning in the coming period.

By Hai Yen, Da Thy - Translated by Trieu Ngan, Minho