Vietnam's Political Landscape Transformed by 'Blazing Furnace' Anti-Graft Campaign

Vietnam's political scene has undergone significant changes due to a rigorous anti-corruption initiative known as the 'Blazing Furnace' campaign, leading to the reshuffling of key government positions. This campaign, championed by the late Communist Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, has seen the dismissal and detention of hundreds of senior officials, including deputy prime ministers, ministers, and members of the elite Politburo, for violating anti-corruption rules. The Vietnamese parliament has recently appointed three new deputy prime ministers and new ministers of environment and justice, marking a substantial government reshuffle amidst this period of political turbulence. The campaign underscores Vietnam's intensified efforts to combat corruption within its ranks, signaling a significant shift in the country's governance and political accountability.