Criteria for awarding or posthumously awarding Diplomas of Merit from the Ministry of Industry and Trade in Vietnam

Criteria for awarding or posthumously awarding Diplomas of Merit from the Ministry of Industry and Trade in Vietnam (Internet image)

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On November 14, 2023, the Minister of Industry and Trade issued Circular 22/2023/TT-BCT guiding the Law on Emulation and Commendation in the Industry and Trade sector.

Criteria for awarding or posthumously awarding Diplomas of Merit from the Ministry of Industry and Trade in Vietnam

Specifically, Article 7 of Circular 22/2023/TT-BCT stipulates the standards for awarding or posthumous awarding of Diplomas of Merit by the Ministry of Industry and Trade as follows:

(1) Diploma of Merit from the Minister of Industry and Trade to be awarded or posthumously awarded to individuals who meet one of the following criteria:

- Complying with the provisions in Clause 1, Clause 2, Article 74 of the Law on Emulation and Commendation 2022;

Article 74. Diploma of Merit of the Ministry, Department, and Central or Provincial Authority

1. The Diploma of Merit of the Ministry, Department, and Central or Provincial Authority shall be awarded or posthumously awarded to exemplary individuals who comply with guidelines of the CPV and policies and laws of the State in a good manner and satisfy at least one of the following criteria:

a) Have outstanding achievements reviewed in emulation movements launched by Ministries, departments, and central or provincial authorities;

b) Have achievements or irregular achievements with a scope of influence within one of the fields under the management of Ministries, departments, and central or provincial authorities;

c) Provide great contributions to the socio-economic development of Vietnam, application of scientific and technological progress, social work, and humanitarian charity.

d) Have received the “Grassroots-Level Emulation Fighter” 2 consecutive times or recognized for excellent completion of tasks for at least 2 consecutive years; within such time, have 2 initiatives recognized and effectively applied at grassroots levels or 2 scientific topics, scientific projects, scientific works, and technological works accepted and effectively applied at grassroots levels

dd) Regarding workers, farmers, and laborers, achieve achievements in labor and production with a scope of influence in communes, agencies, units, organizations, and enterprises.

2. The Diploma of Merit of Ministry, Department, and Central or Provincial Authority shall be awarded to businessmen, intellectuals, and scientists who comply with guidelines of the CPV and policies and laws of the State in a good manner and satisfy one of the following criteria prescribed in Clause 1 of this Article or provide outstanding contributions to the socio-economic development of Ministries, departments, and central or provincial authorities recognized by Ministries, departments, and central or provincial authorities.

- Having a working history in units under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, have contributed to the cause of building and developing the Industry and Trade industry, and be considered for awards before retiring;

- Achieving many achievements in contributing to building and developing Vietnam's Industry and Trade industry on the occasion of the anniversary (full year and 5th odd year) of the establishment of the Industry and Trade industry or unit;

- Other cases considered and decided by the Minister of Industry and Trade.

(2) Diploma of Merit from the Ministry of Industry and Trade to be awarded to collectives, businesses, and other organizations that meet one of the following standards:

- Following the regulations in Clause 3, Clause 4, Article 74 of the Law on Emulation and Commendation 2022;

Article 74. Diploma of Merit of the Ministry, Department, and Central or Provincial Authority

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3. The Diploma of Merit of Ministry, Department, and Central or Provincial Authority shall be awarded to exemplary collectives that comply with guidelines of the CPV and policies and laws of the State in a good manner, have internal unification, and satisfy at least one of the following criteria:

a) Have outstanding achievements reviewed in emulation movements;

b) Have irregularly outstanding achievements with a scope of influence within each field under the management of Ministries, departments, and central or provincial authorities

c) Provide great contributions to the socio-economic development of Vietnam, application of scientific and technological progress, social work, and humanitarian charity;

d) Have been recognized for excellent completion of tasks for at least 2 consecutive years or achieved the “Excellent Labor Collective” or “Determined-to-Win Unit” title, implement democracy at grassroots levels and organize emulation movements in a good manner; take care of the physical and spiritual life in the collective; practice thrift, prevent wastes; prevent and combat corruption and negativity.

4. The Diploma of Merit of Ministry, Department, and Central or Provincial Authority shall be awarded to enterprises and other economic organizations that comply with guidelines of the CPV and policies and laws of the State in a good manner and satisfy one of the following criteria prescribed in Clause 3 of this Article or provide outstanding contributions to the socio-economic development of Ministries, departments, and central or provincial authorities recognized by Ministries, departments, and central or provincial authorities.

- Having achieved many achievements in contributing to building and developing Vietnam's Industry and Trade industry on the occasion of the anniversary (full year and 5th odd year) of the establishment of the Industry and Trade industry or unit.

(3) Diploma of Merit from the Minister of Industry and Trade to give to households that have well complied with the Party's guidelines, policies, and laws of the State, and have made many contributions to the cause of building and developing Vietnam's industry and trade industry.

(4) Other cases considered and decided by the Minister of Industry and Trade.

More details can be found in Circular 22/2023/TT-BCT, taking effect on January 1, 2024.

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