The dialogue was held prior to the mid-year Meeting of Consultative Group for Vietnam, scheduled for June 8-10 in the central province of Ha Tinh.

Representatives from ministries, sectors, organizations, localities, foreign embassies, international organizations and non-governmental organizations discussed the risks and realities of corruption and recommended measures to fight corruption in the management of natural resources and the mining sector.

Participants praised efforts in combating corruption, particularly regarding land management and use, after the 8th dialogue. They agreed that corruption in land management was a problem, leaving negative effects on people’s lives and the nation’s socio-economic development.

They suggested that the role of supervision by the community and local people should be encouraged, to fight corruption in land management and mining and a master plan for the mining sector must also ensure hygiene and safety for workers.

Addressing the dialogue, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Duc Tho said it was necessary to accelerate dissemination on the fight against corruption and examine legal documents and policies relating to mining and mineral processing industries for adjustments to avoid corruption-weak spots, and ensure management effectiveness.

VNA