The People’s Army of Vietnam is drafting a new circular to adjust nutrition standards and schedules for military athletes, coaches, and physical education instructors to address rising food costs and fully meet caloric needs during training and competition, Vietnam.vn reported.
Fantasy & Market Impact
- Nutritional Compliance: The updated dietary adjustments target optimal recovery windows and energy expenditure for elite military athletes.
- Logistical Scaling: Supply chain adjustments aim to offset inflationary food pressures impacting daily caloric targets across army sports units.
- Policy Timeline: Stakeholders have until November 9, 2026, to submit official feedback on the draft circular before final ratification.
Overhauling the 2019 Logistics Regulations
The Ministry of National Defense is drafting a new circular to replace Circular No. 164/2019/TT-BQP and its subsequent amendment, Circular No. 53/2022/TT-BQP. Vietnam.vn reported that after four years of implementation, the previous framework no longer reflects current market conditions. Surging food prices have strained existing logistics budgets, making it difficult to maintain prescribed rations and secure the necessary macronutrients for high-performance training.
The proposed regulations adjust standard meal times and logistics frameworks within the People’s Army. These measures aim to support personnel engaged in tactical training, instructional duties, and competitive sports. According to Vietnam.vn, the overarching objective is to align athletic nutrition policies with directives from the Central Military Commission and the Ministry of National Defense.
Public Consultation and Submission Guidelines
The People’s Army Newspaper published the complete draft circular to gather feedback from organizations and individuals. The consultation window closes on November 9, 2026.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Target Group | Military coaches, athletes, and physical education instructors |
| Replacing Regulations | Circular no. 164/2019/TT-BQP & Circular no. 53/2022/TT-BQP |
| Submission Deadline | November 9, 2026 |
| Receiving Agency | Finance Department, Ministry of National Defense |
Submissions can be delivered physically to House C3, No. 1B, Nguyen Tri Phuong Street, Ba Dinh Ward, Hanoi, or sent electronically via email to [email protected]. The final policy adjustments intend to reinforce physical conditioning standards and sustain competitive output across all military sports divisions.
