The meeting was attended by Vice Chairmen of the provincial People’s Committee and leaders of provincial departments and agencies. It was also connected via videoconference to commune- and ward-level locations across the province.

In October, authorities at all levels and sectors coordinated efforts to implement socio-economic development tasks and measures. Retail sales of goods were estimated at 4.65 trillion VND (180 million USD), while the export value hit an estimated 36.63 million USD. State budget revenue collected in the province was projected at 481.3 billion VND.

As of October 21, disbursement of public investment funds had reached 53.45% of the allocated capital plan. Efforts to attract investment continued to be stepped up, with a cumulative total of 47 investment projects approved, carrying combined registered capital of nearly 94.09 trillion VND.

Authorities also continued to prioritise culture, education, healthcare and social welfare. The second Son La Coffee Festival 2026 was successfully held. National defence and security remained stable, while foreign affairs activities were maintained.

At the session, delegates discussed and commented on draft reports, plans, decisions and proposals covering spending rates for ensuring traffic order and safety; the number of village and residential area health workers and village midwives, along with their monthly support levels; monthly remuneration for population collaborators; and eligibility criteria for purchasing, renting or rent-to-own social housing in the province.

In his concluding remarks, Viet called on authorities at all levels, departments and localities to strengthen accountability and proactively implement assigned tasks in a timely and effective manner. He urged them to step up inspections, supervision and progress monitoring, ensuring clear assignments, responsibilities, deadlines, authority and deliverables.

He also called for measures to accelerate public investment disbursement, with monthly and quarterly disbursement plans drawn up to achieve 100% of the 2026 capital allocation assigned by the Prime Minister.

At the same time, authorities were instructed to review and classify stalled and long-delayed projects, propose solutions to resolve outstanding difficulties and bottlenecks, and clearly identify the responsibilities of each organisation and individual involved in implementation./.