Hanoi: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 13 urged the Ministry of Finance to consider and balance the 2025 reserve fund to propose and submit to the Government a plan to provide housing support for people affected by recent storms and floods in the central region no later than 12:00 on November 14. Chairing a meeting with leaders of ministries and central-level agencies, which was connected online with disaster-affected localities, PM Chinh asked the relevant parties to take this occasion to restructure residential areas to avoid dangerous locations and ensure that people do not live too close to the coast.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the Prime Minister emphasized the necessity of promptly addressing the housing needs of disaster victims and urged for a coordinated effort among various ministries to expedite the support plan. The directive aims to mitigate future risks by planning safer residential zones, taking into account the vulnerabilities exposed by the recent natural calamities.

The meeting included discussions on immediate relief measures and long-term strategies for disaster risk reduction. The PM highlighted the importance of a well-thought-out approach to disaster management, which includes both immediate relief and preventive measures to safeguard against similar events in the future. The collaboration between the Ministry of Finance and other agencies is expected to result in a comprehensive plan that not only addresses current challenges but also builds resilience against potential future disasters.