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Government-NGO relationship

Regulatory constraints and uncertain policy implementation in Vietnam

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ID22229679
AuthorsHung Nguyen (0000-0003-1982-6825, University of Waterloo, corresponding author)
Year2023
Volume3
Issue6
Publication date2023-06-12
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueSN Social Sciences (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2662-9283 • E-ISSN: 2662-9283
PublisherSpringer Science and Business Media LLC (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1007/s43545-023-00686-8
OpenAlexW4380324658
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited34

This research examines regulatory constraints and uncertain policy implementation on NGO (non-governmental organization) operations in Vietnam, and draws lessons for NGOs, the government, and donors. Research questions were answered through qualitative methods. Twenty semi-structured interviews were conducted, thirteen with the representatives of NGOs, and seven with high-ranking government officers. In addition, documents (decisions, proposals, reports) were reviewed. The government of Vietnam continually impose regulations intended to govern NGO operations through Decree 12/2012/ND-CP, Decision 76/2010/QD-TTg., and Decree 93/2009/ND-CP. Policy implementation is uncertain and unpredictable, making government-NGO relations unhealthy. NGOs should educate the government and donors, increase the effectiveness of implementation, and acquire knowledge about government operations. The government needs to strengthen awareness about NGOs’ operations, and improve the regulatory process. Donor-NGO communications should be strengthened. In summary, the political imposition results in unhealthy government-NGO relations. Government-NGO-donor communication should be improved so that NGOs can benefit society

Business · Decree · Political science · Politics · Public relations · Qualitative research · Sociology · International Development and Aid · Law · Public Administration · Public Policy and Administration Research · Religion, Society, and Development

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