Three leaders of Bình Sơn commune, including Dương Ngọc Đức (acting Chairman of the People’s Committee), Hoàng Hữu Minh (Vice Chairman of the People’s Committee), and Lâm Hoàng Thanh Hải (Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee), have been arrested for alleged wrongdoing in the compensation and relocation program for the Long Thành Airport project. The decision was approved by the People’s Procuracy.
Three local leaders arrested for alleged wrongdoing in the Long Thành Airport relocation project
This comes as the Đồng Nai Province Police Department is actively investigating alleged wrongdoing in this crucial relocation project. Additionally, five leaders and staff members of the Long Thành District Land Development Center, one legal officer from the Long Thành District Legal Office, and four officials from Suối Trầu 1 and Xã Hoàng hamlets within Bình Sơn commune were also summoned for questioning. All of these individuals were involved in the land acquisition, compensation, and relocation efforts for the Long Thành Airport project.
Previously, Lê Văn Tiếp, Chairman of the Long Thành District People’s Committee, was also arrested for violations in compensation, support, and relocation procedures during the land acquisition for the Long Thành Airport project. Preliminary investigations suggest serious wrongdoing by the compensation committee, resulting in significant losses to the national budget.
The Long Thành Airport project, with an initial investment of nearly 23 trillion VND, was approved by the National Assembly in 2017. Later, due to adjustments in certain project components, the total investment was reduced to over 19.2 trillion VND. The project is a national priority, significantly impacting the socioeconomic development of the region.
Specific Wrongdoing in the Relocation Project Needs Clarification
The arrests of the Bình Sơn commune leaders highlight the legal system’s commitment to addressing wrongdoing in national priority projects. Investigators are working to clarify the specific violations, safeguarding public interests and preventing financial losses to the state. A thorough investigation of the compensation committee’s actions is essential to prevent waste and corruption in similar projects. Issues related to compensation, support, and resettlement for citizens need careful consideration to avoid regrettable mistakes.
Impact of the Incident on the Long Thành Airport Project
This incident raises questions about the effectiveness and accountability of project management, as well as the protection of citizens’ rights during relocation. Clarifying these violations is crucial to ensuring transparency, fairness, and efficiency for this national priority project, avoiding financial losses and safeguarding public rights.
Conclusion
The arrests of the Bình Sơn commune leaders are a significant step in clarifying the wrongdoing related to the Long Thành Airport project. A thorough and transparent investigation is necessary to identify the specific violations and impose appropriate penalties. This is a valuable lesson about the need for strict oversight of large-scale projects, ensuring transparency, accountability, and the protection of public interests during land acquisition and resettlement procedures.
