Hanoi, July 7 -- Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh on July 7 signed an official dispatch on behalf of the Prime Minister, ordering urgent action over the deadly fire at the Doc Lap apartment complex in Ho Chi Minh City.

The dispatch was sent to ministers, head of minsitry-level and Government agencies, along with chairpersons of the People's Committees of HCM City, provinces, and cities nationwide.

In the dispatch, Deputy PM Binh extended deep condolences to the affected families. He requested the HCM City People's Committee promptly provide support for them, coordinate with the Ministry of Public Security to swiftly investigate the cause of the fire, and handle any violations in line with law.

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