The first session of the 14th National Assembly opened in Hanoi on July 20 with the ceremony broadcast live on the national television and radio channels.
Hanoi (VNA) – The first session of the 14th National Assembly opened in Hanoi on 𒐪July 20 with the ceremony broadcast live on the national television and radio channels.
The first session’s communiqué issued at the end of the day said the event was attended by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, President Tran Dai Quang, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc, National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan, President of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Nguyen Thien Nhan and many former Party, State and Vietnam Fatherland Front leaders.
Before the opening ceremony, Party, State and Vietnam Fatherland Front leaders, together with National Assembly deputies laid wreaths and paid tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum. Representatives from National Assembly deputy delegates paid floral tribute at the Monument to National Heroes and Fallen Soldiers
The session opened at nine a.m.
Chairwoman of the 13th National Assembly Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan delivered the opening speech and chaired the session.
Following a speech by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, Vice Chairwoman of the 13th NA and Standing Vice Chairwoman of the National Election Council (NEC) Tong Thi Phong presented a report on the elections of deputies to the 14th NA and People’s Councils at all levels in the 2016-2021 tenure.
Vice Chairman of the 13th NA and NEC member Phung Quoc Hien delivered a report on the verification of qualifications of deputies to the 14th NA.
President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee Nguyen Thien Nhan read a report summing up opinions and recommendations of voters collected during the elections of deputies to the 14th NA and People’s Councils at all levels in the 2016-2021 tenure.
In the afternoon, Chairwoman of the 13th NA Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan submitted to the NA a proposal of the 13th NA Standing Committee on the number of Vice Chairpersons and members of the Standing Committee for the 14th NA.
NA deputies then worked in groups to elect head and deputy head of their delegations, and discuss proposal on the number of Vice Chairpersons and members of the Standing Committee for the 14th NA.
On July 21, the NA is scheduled to discuss candidates for the Chairperson, Vice Chairpersons and member of the Standing Committees of the 14th tenure.-VNA
The 14th National Assembly will convene its first session in Hanoi from July 20-29, Vice Secretary General of the NA Le Minh Thong told a press conference in the capital city on July 19.
The 14th National Assembly convened its first session in Hanoi on July 20, focusing on electing high-ranking State personnel for the 2016-2021 tenure, and discussing crucial issues of the country.
The nation-building and defence in the coming time have heavy tasks for the 14th National Assembly and its deputies, Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong reminded.
The reform of the National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels towards higher standards was among voters’ proposals voiced at the first session of the 14th National Assembly on July 20.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
National Assembly's plenary session (Source: VNA)
