Amidst the constant changes of modern life, culture is often cited as a solid foundation, a profound source that nourishes society. But for these values to truly spread and become a driving force for development, it is time for culture to have a sufficiently strong institutional support system.
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| The Ky Phuc Dinh Festival in Phuong Mao village (Hoang Giang commune, Thanh Hoa province). |
Cultural development is not just about awareness.
There are times when a major policy no longer remains merely a guideline, but requires being "anchored" to real life through specific, clear, and operational mechanisms. In the field of culture today, we are standing at such a point.
Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW of the Politburo on the development of Vietnamese culture has opened up a broader perspective: Culture is not only the spiritual foundation of society, not only the soul of the nation, but must also become an endogenous resource, a driving force and a regulating system for the country's development in the new era. This is a remarkable shift in development thinking.
However, the gap between a correct vision and effective implementation cannot be bridged by belief or determination alone; it requires institutional designs that are strong, clear, and feasible.
| "No matter how perfect the system is, if people are not placed at the center, then all policies will struggle to be implemented effectively. Culture is created by people, preserved by people, and enriched by people's continuous creativity." |
Looking back over the years, the role of culture has always been emphasized, but when it comes to specific mechanisms, this field often encounters numerous obstacles. Lack of land, limited resources, difficulty attracting private investment, along with inadequacies in policies and financial mechanisms... are preventing culture from fully realizing its potential.
From another perspective, the lives of cultural workers, from artists and artisans to lecturers, coaches, and administrators, still face many challenges. They contribute to preserving and creating spiritual values for society, but the conditions for them to work with peace of mind are sometimes not truly commensurate with their contributions.
These points show that the story of cultural development lies not only in awareness, but also in how it is organized and implemented. And when bottlenecks have existed for a long time, finding a sufficiently strong "impetus" to overcome them becomes a natural necessity of practice.
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It needs proper investment.
Perhaps the most important thing is to first establish a consistent mindset: Investing in culture is investing in sustainable development, in the future of the country. Once this understanding is reached, it will no longer be appropriate for culture to continue in a state of being "talked about a lot but invested in little," or "valued spiritually but not adequately supported by resources."
| When major orientations are concretized in a coordinated manner, from mindset to institutions, from resources to people, a new horizon for cultural development can certainly open up. |
Culture needs space to exist and thrive – space in both a symbolic and a very concrete sense: land, planning, infrastructure.
A theater, a museum, a creative center, or a community center all need to be properly positioned within the development plan.
When spaces are opened up, new opportunities can emerge. In the current context, unlocking social resources and attracting businesses, investors, and creative entities to participate in the cultural ecosystem is essential. But to achieve this, it cannot stop at mere appeals; it requires mechanisms that are attractive and clear enough to build trust and motivation.
No matter how perfect the system may be, if people are not placed at the center, all policies will struggle to be implemented effectively. Culture is created by people, preserved by people, and enriched by people's continuous creativity.
Therefore, developing cultural human resources is not just about training, but also about creating a suitable and motivating work environment. Policies that prioritize high-quality human resources, flexible mechanisms to attract talent, and appropriate remuneration... not only have practical significance but also demonstrate a humane perspective towards those who are silently enriching the spiritual life of society.
When major orientations are concretized synchronously from thinking to institutions, from resources to people, a new horizon for cultural development can completely open up. There, culture no longer stands "alongside" but is truly placed on par with economics , politics, and society, becoming an important pillar of development.
This is also what today's stage of development demands: that culture be valued in awareness and sustained and deservedly supported by action.
Source: https://baoquocte.vn/van-hoa-can-cu-hich-du-manh-de-cat-canh-375805.html
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