Putting Regulation 144/QD/TW into practice is the foundation for Party committees at all levels in the work of educating Party members, creating an example for each cadre and Party member to self-reflect and correct themselves daily.
Self-reflection, self-correction.
During his lifetime, President Ho Chi Minh repeatedly reminded cadres and Party members that they must self-reflect, self-correct, and practice "diligence, thrift, integrity, and righteousness" to set an example for the people. He taught: "To become a good cadre, one must have the spirit of self-criticism… To be suitable to the situation, to progress together with or surpass others, we need to constantly recognize and educate ourselves, and honestly identify our shortcomings and mistakes in order to improve and correct them. After completing a task, or after each workday, we must examine ourselves to see if there are any mistakes, any shortcomings, any strengths worth remembering, and any valuable experiences worth noting. We must completely abandon the attitude of 'the job is done, so be it.' Without self-criticism, we will never progress."
In reality, a segment of cadres and Party members have recently experienced ideological and political decline, moral decay, and lifestyle degradation, exhibiting "self-evolution" and "self-transformation" due to abuse of power, self-interest, alienation from the people, and contempt for the people. They have fallen into the mire of individualism, lacking both the qualities of a communist Party member and humanity, resulting in a breakdown of their character as human beings and as Party members. According to Associate Professor Bui Dinh Phong (former senior lecturer at the Ho Chi Minh National Political Academy), Party members should engage in self-reflection, self-correction, self-improvement, self-adjustment, self-education, self-identification of shortcomings, self-improvement, and self-cultivation in a conscious and sincere manner. This self-reflection should not be merely a "shield" of what Party members are not allowed to do, but must also be driven by morality, conscience, and the promotion of ethics, culture, and integrity.
At the same time, reality has shown that the exemplary conduct of cadres and Party members is the most beautiful and persuasive moral behavior, with the widest influence. In particular, the exemplary conduct of leaders has a very significant impact and influence within their agencies and units. Leaders must not only set an example but also have the ability to unite and create a work environment that inspires creativity and dedication in their subordinates. It is no coincidence that people say, "Like leader, like movement."
With the same mechanisms, policies, and management environment, some places perform well, while others perform poorly, even leading to violations and negative practices. Therefore, self-cultivation and moral development of each cadre and Party member play a decisive role, because the organization is not always there for them, and individuals cannot always recognize their own shortcomings. Once they are self-aware and cultivate their morals, they will always be conscious of their work, whether they are doing it correctly, whether they are serving the people, and whether their actions harm the common good of the collective...
Regulation 144-QD/TW on "revolutionary ethical standards for cadres and Party members in the new era" is necessary, but it is only the initial prerequisite. Most importantly, the regulation must be deeply ingrained in practical work and life. Therefore, the requirement that each cadre and Party member truly internalize and practice these ethical standards consciously and regularly, like "eating and drinking every day," and thoroughly implement "self-reflection and self-correction" continues to be a pressing need.
According to researchers, Regulation 144-QD/TW should be incorporated into Party activities to provide regular reminders to cadres and Party members, similar to the regulation "Things Party members are not allowed to do." This would compel each cadre and Party member to self-reflect against the stated ethical standards, to identify areas where they have committed wrongdoings and to correct them, and to reflect on and remember what to avoid violating. Importantly, each cadre and Party member must consciously cultivate and improve themselves, value their personal honor, and always avoid behaviors that lead to corruption and negative practices.
The issuance of Regulation No. 144-QD/TW is a successful first step. The crucial point is to ensure that every cadre and Party member truly and deeply internalizes the Regulation, practicing revolutionary ethical standards consciously and regularly, as essential as daily food and water. Revolutionary ethics must become a distinctive and prominent characteristic of cadres and Party members; a sharp weapon to overcome all challenges and temptations, repelling all dangers of ideological and political degradation, moral decay, and lifestyle deviations, as well as "self-evolution" and "self-transformation" within the Party. Revolutionary ethics must become the soul of the Party's culture, guiding and promoting the building and strengthening of the moral and cultural foundations of society, spreading strongly among the people, and making Vietnamese culture and people truly an intrinsic strength, a driving force for national development and defense.
Member of the Politburo, Standing Secretary of the Central Committee Luong Cuong
According to Associate Professor Dr. Nguyen Trong Phuc (former Director of the Institute of Party History), Regulation 144-QD/TW is considered a "handbook" for monitoring, evaluating, and classifying Party members accurately. Therefore, cadres and Party members must deeply understand revolutionary ethics, not neglect integrity, and not be swayed by greed; they must constantly admonish and refine themselves according to ethical standards. The regulation also warns cadres and Party members to always be vigilant against illicit gains and unclear benefits, especially to know how to refuse them, not to let greed take over, and not to fall into a situation where they are caught in a trap.
Right understanding leads to honest action.
Cultivating a sense of self-discipline in strictly adhering to Party regulations; establishing and effectively implementing codes of conduct and professional ethics; criticizing, condemning, and actively fighting against corruption and negative practices; valuing integrity and honor; and feeling ashamed when oneself or one's relatives are involved in corruption or negative practices... as outlined in Regulation 144-QĐ/TW, are all methods to perfect a culture of integrity within a new mindset.
Along with that, strengthening integrity education, first and foremost for cadres and Party members who hold power, in order to prevent corruption and negative practices from the root, early, and far-reaching, and to contribute to building the Party on moral foundations, is also a pressing issue.
According to Vu Van Phuc, Vice Chairman of the Central Party Agencies' Scientific Council, educating and raising awareness among cadres, Party members, civil servants, and public employees about integrity is crucial, because only with a correct understanding of integrity will actions be honest. In particular, it is necessary to raise awareness to effectively implement the Politburo's Regulation 144-QĐ/TW on the revolutionary ethical standards of cadres and Party members in the new era. Accordingly, Party committees at all levels need to concretize the standards for cadre positions, paying special attention to the standards of revolutionary ethics and integrity. There must be a strong institutional framework to control power, with strict mechanisms and principles to ensure that integrity is effectively implemented in practice.
To quickly implement the new revolutionary ethical standards, thereby improving the quality and effectiveness of Party building and rectification work at the local level, Party committees at all levels have disseminated Regulation 144-QĐ/TW to every Party branch and Party member.
Furthermore, the contents of the Regulations should be concretized through detailed plans, and implemented in conjunction with the responsibilities and duties assigned to each official and Party member. This includes specifying the requirements and criteria for each ethical standard, ensuring exemplary conduct through criteria such as: integrity, freedom from embezzlement, corruption, and negative behavior; avoiding causing inconvenience or harassment, etc. In particular, it emphasizes self-respect, honor, and maintaining dignity, preventing family members, relatives, and others from exploiting one's position for personal gain… so that each official and Party member, especially those holding positions of authority, can self-reflect, self-correct, and self-improve.
Thus, from practical experience, it can be seen that a culture of integrity is timely, urgent, and extremely necessary at this time. It's not just about complying with legal regulations, but also about demonstrating self-respect, responsibility towards society, and unwavering commitment to protecting genuine values. Each individual becoming a role model of integrity, contributing to building a strong, transparent, and truly people-oriented political system, requires appropriate recognition and action. This also serves as a reminder that a culture of integrity is not just a slogan, but must become an indispensable part of daily life, guiding all actions and decisions. Making integrity the norm and building a truly honest workforce is a long process requiring a comprehensive and coordinated approach.
Associate Professor Dr. Nguyen Trong Phuc: “Regulation 144-QD/TW is very necessary and appropriate in the period when the whole country is preparing for the Party Congresses at all levels, leading up to the 14th National Party Congress. The five important ethical standards clearly outlined serve as the basis for evaluating the qualities, character, attitudes, and behavior of cadres and Party members. Therefore, the Regulation will be a guiding principle for Party committees and organizations at all levels to consider, evaluate, and select cadres, include them in the planning, and nominate them for election to the new Party committees.”
According to Phan Dinh Trac, Head of the Central Internal Affairs Commission, the fight against corruption and negative practices in recent times has been led, directed, and implemented with very high political determination, carried out vigorously, decisively, persistently, comprehensively, systematically, and in depth. We have clearly defined and consistently implemented the "four no's" principle in the fight against corruption and negative practices, which includes: "cannot," "dare not," "do not want," and "do not need" corruption and negative practices. However, the situation of corruption and negative practices in some areas remains complex and serious, with major violations emerging in many fields. In particular, there is collusion and connection between corrupt and degenerate officials and businesses and organizations to profit illegally, causing losses of state assets, forming "interest groups," and even influencing personnel work and the operation of state agencies, causing resentment among officials, Party members, and the people.
According to the Head of the Central Internal Affairs Commission, building integrity among cadres and Party members is the root of the fight against corruption, waste, and negative practices. Solutions to prevent corruption and negative practices have not been adequately led, directed, and implemented by Party committees and organizations at all levels, especially the education of integrity and the building of a culture of integrity, which has not been carried out systematically, extensively, or regularly. Furthermore, the understanding of the meaning of integrity, the culture of integrity, integrity education, and the practice of integrity… remains insufficient, incomplete, and inconsistent.
Given the serious decline in the moral character and ethical conduct of a significant portion of the population, Regulation 144-QD/TW was issued to meet the requirements and provide a basis for building public service ethics. It serves as a foundation for further enhancing the role of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, political and social organizations, and the people in monitoring the moral conduct and lifestyle of leaders, key officials, and Party members. Simultaneously, the implementation of building a culture of integrity in all aspects and at multiple levels will continue to form a moral "defense line" against corruption and negative practices; establishing codes of conduct that honor upright ethics. Building integrity among cadres and Party members is the foundation for building a clean and strong Party and political system, the root of the fight against corruption, waste, and negative practices, and contributes to building a morally upright Party.
I believe that the exemplary conduct and ethics of cadres also create motivation to promote the people's trust in the Party. Therefore, cadres must be exemplary in style and ethics. Regulations on ethical standards must be integrated into specific activities and work to create change. Especially, the most fundamental and important thing is the awareness, responsibility, and self-discipline of each cadre and Party member in cultivating their ethics, because a gem shines brighter with polishing, and the more it is polished, the brighter it becomes.
Associate Professor Bui Thi An, former Member of Parliament
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