A 2026 study by Nguyen Tien Sy of HUTECH University, Vietnam, highlights the enduring relevance of Ho Chi Minh’s ideas on thrift and anti-waste practices as a foundation for modern national development. The research shows these principles can strengthen resource efficiency and public trust amid growing demands for sustainable growth.
As Vietnam pursues rapid and sustainable development, wastefulness remains a persistent issue, ranging from public asset management to inefficient use of working time. These practices reduce economic efficiency, weaken competitiveness, and erode public confidence in government institutions.
The study applies a qualitative approach grounded in Marxist–Leninist philosophy, Ho Chi Minh’s thought, and contemporary governance theories. It examines how thrift and anti-waste principles can be translated into practical governance and social behavior in today’s context.
The findings highlight several key points:
- Thrift is not about austerity, but about rational and efficient use of resources.
- Wastefulness has consequences comparable to corruption due to its impact on public assets.
- Thrift must be applied across labor, time, finance, and natural resources.
- Poor planning, bureaucracy, and lack of accountability are major causes of waste.
Nguyen Tien Sy emphasizes that Ho Chi Minh’s ideas are not merely moral guidance but also strategic tools for governance. Efficient resource use, he argues, is essential for sustainable development and strengthening public trust.
The study outlines broad implications. In governance, thrift principles can enhance transparency, accountability, and policy effectiveness. In the economic sector, efficient resource use supports stable growth. For society, a culture of thrift can improve living standards and reinforce social values.
The research also stresses that thrift should become a collective movement. Not only governments but also citizens must actively participate, from managing daily resources to overseeing public policies. Leadership by example among public officials is considered critical to fostering this culture.
Furthermore, thrift and anti-waste practices are seen as potential national cultural values. In an era of globalization and soft power competition, moral discipline and responsible resource use can strengthen a nation’s cultural influence alongside its economic strength.
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Nguyen Tien Sy - HUTECH University, Vietnam
Source
Nguyen Tien Sy. (2026). The Significance of Ho Chi Minh’s Thought on Practicing Thrift and Combating Wastefulness in the New Era of National Development. International Journal of Integrated Science and Technology (IJIST), Vol. 4 No. 3, pp. 188–199.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.59890/ijist.v4i3.299
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