Sir, could you please tell us about the characteristics of the situation in ethnic minority areas of Ha Giang province?
Mr. Tran Duc Nghia - Deputy Head of the Ethnic Minorities Committee of Ha Giang province : Ha Giang is a province in the northern mountainous region of the country, with a border line adjacent to the People's Republic of China of 277.899 km. The natural area is 7,929.48 km2, the whole province has 11 administrative units including 10 districts, 01 city with 193 communes, wards and towns (Including: 127 communes in area III, 2 communes in area II, 64 communes in area I) with a total of 2,071 villages (1,353 in extremely difficult areas). There are 34 border communes and towns, 123 border villages and hamlets.
The whole province has over 900,000 people, with 19 ethnic groups living together, of which ethnic minorities account for 87.7%. Of which, Mong ethnic group accounts for 34.4%; Tay ethnic group accounts for 22.5%; Dao ethnic group accounts for 14.8%; Kinh ethnic group accounts for 12.3%; Nung ethnic group accounts for 9.5%, the rest are other ethnic groups; there are 03 ethnic groups still facing many difficulties including: Phu La, La Chi, Mong, and 05 ethnic groups still facing specific difficulties including: Pu Peo, Bo Y, Co Lao, Lo Lo, Pa Then.
Most of the ethnic minorities live in extremely difficult areas, mainly in mountainous areas; the terrain is strongly fragmented, steep, and often prone to flash floods and landslides. The climate is harsh, there is a lack of productive land and domestic water; most of the villages are far from towns and development centers.
Implement the letter of determination The 3rd Congress of Ethnic Minorities in Ha Giang Province in 2019, how has the socio -economic situation of the province in general and the local ethnic minority areas changed, sir?
Mr. Tran Duc Nghia - Deputy Head of the Ethnic Minorities Committee of Ha Giang province : After 5 years since the 3rd Congress of Ethnic Minorities in Ha Giang province, Ha Giang province has implemented well ethnic affairs and ethnic policies; focused on building and consolidating the great national unity bloc. Thereby, the socio-economic development of the province in general and the ethnic minority areas in particular has continued to develop well, the lives of ethnic minorities have improved day by day.
Notably, the poverty rate in ethnic minority areas decreased by an average of nearly 6%; poor districts and extremely disadvantaged communes decreased by over 6%/year. The economic structure continued to shift in a positive direction; Gross domestic product per capita grew quite well and steadily over the years. In 2024, it is estimated to reach 40.2 million VND, an increase of 34.9% compared to 2020.
The qualityof education in ethnic minority and mountainous areas has been improved; the scale of schools and classes at all levels in ethnic minority areas has been expanded. The work of taking good care of people's health has been carried out well, preventing major epidemics from occurring in the area.
Attention is paid to the preservation and promotion of traditional cultural values of ethnic groups. National defense and security are maintained; ethnic groups in the province are always united, striving to rise up, actively participating in the work of building the Party, the political system and the great national unity bloc.
Dear Sir What is the significance of the upcoming 4th Congress of Ethnic Minorities for the lives of ethnic minority communities in Ha Giang province?
Mr. Tran Duc Nghia - Deputy Head of the Ethnic Minorities Committee of Ha Giang province : The 4th Congress of Ethnic Minorities in 2024 is an event of great importance for ethnic minorities.
This is not only an occasion to summarize and evaluate ethnic work and ethnic policies in the 2019-2024 period, but also has great political and social significance for ethnic minorities, gathering trust, spreading advanced examples, contributing to the development of ethnic minority areas.
The Congress of Ethnic Minorities at all levels opens a new stage of development, arousing the pride and self-reliance of the ethnic minority community. From there, promote the strength of national solidarity so that ethnic minorities continue to strive and make efforts to successfully implement the Resolution of the Congress, realizing the aspiration to build a prosperous and developed country, where the people have a prosperous and happy life.
How are the preparations for the 4th Provincial Congress of Ethnic Minorities in 2024, sir?
Mr. Tran Duc Nghia - Deputy Head of the Ethnic Minorities Committee of Ha Giang province : By the end of August, 11/11 districts and cities in Ha Giang province successfully organized the District-level Ethnic Minority Congress, with a total of 2,200 delegates attending, including 1,650 official delegates and 550 invited delegates.
The total number of Certificates of Merit awarded by the Minister and Chairman of the Ethnic Committee at the Congresses includes: 1 collective, 5 individuals and the "For the Ethnic Cause" Medal to 5 individuals; The Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee awarded Certificates of Merit to 6 collectives and 10 individuals with outstanding achievements in ethnic work in the period 2019-2024; at the same time, elected 250 official delegates to attend the Provincial Congress, including 159 male delegates (accounting for 63.6%); 91 female delegates (accounting for 36.4%).
The preparation work for the 4th Ha Giang Provincial Ethnic Minority Congress has been carried out as planned. Up to now, the evaluation of the contents, documents, personnel, ceremonies, scripts, and Congress programs has been completed to ensure quality and consistency. The structure of the number of delegates selected is based on ethnic composition and age; of which, there are 87 invited delegates and 250 official delegates.
In addition, the Provincial Ethnic Committee has coordinated with provincial and central news agencies and newspapers located in the area, including the Ethnic and Development Newspaper, to promote propaganda about the purpose and significance of the Congress of Ethnic Minorities. At the same time, well-prepared conditions for the Congress, such as ensuring security and order; taking care of delegates' health and food hygiene and safety.
What are the goals and tasks set at the 4th Congress of Ethnic Minorities, sir?
Mr. Tran Duc Nghia - Deputy Head of the Ethnic Minorities Committee of Ha Giang province: The 4th Congress of Ethnic Minorities of Ha Giang province has the theme: " The ethnic community of Ha Giang province unites, innovates, promotes advantages, potential for integration and sustainable development" .
Identify the general goal, which is to focus investment resources on comprehensive socio-economic development of ethnic minority areas; make focused and key investments in disadvantaged communes, villages and hamlets. Continue to invest in developing infrastructure systems to serve people's lives, agricultural and forestry production, trade, services, and connect commodity production areas.
Promote digital transformation and develop information technology in ethnic minority areas. Strengthen the preservation and promotion of traditional cultural values; invest in and develop tourism associated with the potential and strengths of each locality.
Building a strong grassroots political system; consolidating and strengthening the great national unity bloc, strengthening the trust of ethnic minorities in the Party and the State. Improving the quality of education and training, paying attention to developing ethnic minority human resources; developing the grassroots healthcare network, taking good care of the health of ethnic minorities.
With the results achieved in the past 5 years, especially from the success of the district-level Ethnic Minority Congresses in 11/11 districts and cities in the recent past, ethnic minorities in the province are very excited and have high expectations for the 4th Congress. Ethnic minorities across the province believe that the new goals and solutions will continue to promote strong development for ethnic minority areas, bringing the locality further in all aspects of life.
Thank you very much!
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