ĐBP - Safeguarding sovereignty is not only the duty of the armed forces but also the sacred responsibility of every citizen. The border is not merely a line drawn on a map, but it also lies deep in people’s hearts. For that reason, maintaining the “border in people’s hearts” means safeguarding the sovereignty of the nation. In Điện Biên province, this is being demonstrated daily through concrete actions.

ĐBP - Party members being heard, people having a channel to share, and grassroots Party committees gaining more practical insights for direction and leadership - these are the results of commune Party standing committees regularly attending Party cell meetings in villages and hamlets. From such meetings, concerns are resolved promptly at the grassroots level, fostering consensus and improving the quality of Party organization activities.

ĐBP - As localities move into a new phase of development, the two-tier local government model has brought positive changes in administration and governance. Alongside socio-economic goals, defense and security tasks remain crucial, ensuring public order while laying a solid foundation for sustainable growth.

ĐBP - As the entire Party, people, and armed forces look toward Party congresses at all levels, advancing to the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, safeguarding the Party’s ideological foundation and remaining steadfast in revolutionary ideals carry special significance. This is not only a matter of principle but also a concrete action for every cadre, Party member, and especially youth union members to demonstrate political mettle, pioneering spirit, and firm defense of the people’s trust in the Party.

ĐBP - On the morning of September 20, Trần Quốc Cường, Member of the Party Central Committee and Secretary of the Điện Biên provincial Party Committee, received Khamphao Ernthavanh, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Vietnam, along with delegations from four northern Lao provinces: Phongsaly, Oudomxay, Luang Namtha, and Luang Prabang.

ĐBP - On the morning of September 20, Võ Thị Ánh Xuân, member of the Party Central Committee and Vice President of Vietnam, visited the Điện Biên provincial Boarding High School for Ethnic Minorities to award scholarships to students in difficult circumstances.

ĐBP - In the jubilant atmosphere of this historic autumn, the Party, people and armed forces of Điện Biên province are looking ahead to the 15th Điện Biên provincial Party Committee Congress for the 2025-2030 term. The Congress marks a pivotal milestone, raising new hopes for Điện Biên to advance boldly and sustainably in the era of integration.

ĐBP - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a global trend, offering new and more efficient ways of working across sectors. In administrative reform, a field that directly serves citizens and businesses, applying AI helps improve public service delivery, enhance transparency, and accelerate the country’s digital transformation.

ĐBP - On September 19, the Ministry of Home Affairs held a nationwide online conference to disseminate the 2024 Archives Law and related guiding documents. Attending the conference at the Điện Biên bridge point was Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Lò Văn Cương. The conference was also connected to commune and ward sites across the province.

ĐBP - The 6th Patriotic Emulation Congress of Điện Biên province (2025 - 2030) took place over two days (September 17 - 18).

ĐBP - With a spirit of democracy, solidarity, renewal, and growth, the 2025-2030 Party congresses of grassroots-level and immediate higher-level Party committees in Điện Biên province have been successfully held in compliance with all regulations and procedures. The high quality of congress documents, personnel work, and the vibrant discussions at the congresses reflected the will, aspirations, and political determination of Party members and the public. These congresses mark an important first step, laying the groundwork for Party committees to lead the successful implementation of their goals and tasks in the new term.

ĐBP - On the frontier land of the Fatherland, Hồ Chử Goằng, an ethnic Hoa, steadfast Party member and head of Đệ Tinh 2 hamlet, Si Pa Phìn commune, Điện Biên province has become a symbol of pioneering spirit, daring to think and act, and a shining example of studying and following Uncle Hồ’s teachings. With determination, dedication, and a heart for the community, he has not only risen to develop his own economy and build a prosperous life but also spread the aspiration for change to every household, Party member, and villager.

ĐBP - Inspired by President Hồ Chí Minh’s teaching: “Emulation means patriotism, and those who are patriotic must emulate. Those who emulate are the most patriotic,” over the past five years, Điện Biên province has launched and implemented many emulation movements, which have received enthusiastic and practical participation from people of all walks of life.

ĐBP - Under the two-tier local government model, bringing Public Administrative Service Centers down to the commune level reflects strong determination to build a citizen-centered administration.

ĐBP - In recent times, officials, Party members, and people from all walks of life across the province have demonstrated a strong sense of responsibility and intellect, contributing many heartfelt opinions to the draft Political Report for the 15th Congress of the Điện Biên provincial Party Committee, 2025 - 2030 tenure. These contributions have added depth and value to the document, ensuring that the goals, tasks, solutions, and breakthrough steps set by the Congress will be effectively implemented in practice.

ĐBP - In the course of restructuring and operating under the new two-tier local government model, Defensive Area Commands (DACs) have asserted their central role in ensuring local military and defense affairs. Beyond advising, organizing, and consolidating defense and security capacities, these units have directly accompanied Party committees, local authorities, and residents in responding to natural disasters, advancing digital governance, and safeguarding political stability and border security.

ĐBP - Although it has only been in operation for just over two months, the atmosphere at the Public Administration Service Center of Tuần Giáo commune, Điện Biên province has already become professional and vibrant. Every day, “one-stop” officers diligently receive and process administrative procedures, bringing satisfaction to residents and businesses in the area.

ĐBP - “Poor mass mobilization leads to poor results. Skillful mass mobilization ensures success.” President Hồ Chí Minh’s teaching has always been the guiding principle for the Party’s mass mobilization work throughout every stage of history. Embracing this ideology, Party committees, local authorities, armed forces, and each Party member have been striving to turn it into concrete, practical actions, contributing to strengthening the great national unity bloc.

ĐBP - Since August 2024, functional agencies have officially put into operation a traffic monitoring and image-based violation handling system (commonly known as “cold fines”) at five key points in Điện Biên Phủ ward. With 19 cameras operating continuously, the system has already brought about positive changes, significantly improving public awareness of traffic laws.

ĐBP - More than two months after the launch of the two-tier local government model, commune and ward administrations in Điện Biên province have generally met the needs of citizens and businesses. However, this transitional stage remains challenging, with local governments facing heavy workloads, staffing mismatches, and infrastructure constraints. While the streamlined model promises efficiency and effectiveness, certain concerns remain.