Legislators at the 13 th NA debated the draft revised Railway Law on November 18, with the majority of them agreeing on the need to make adjustments to the law to tackle railway sector’s problems.
Minister of Public Security To Lam is speaking (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Legislators at the 13th NA debated the draft revised Railway Law on November 18, with the majority of the🗹m agreeing on the need to make adjustments to the law to tackle railway sector’s problems, especially its underdeveloped infras🌺tructure.
Currently, the railway system has yet to be connected with other means of transportation in a convenient way, while the current investment of between 2-3 trillion VND each year in the sector is much lower than that in other forms of transport.
However, a number of deputies were concerned about the feasibility of the bill. Deputy Nguyen Phuong Tuan from Ninh Binh pointed out that out of the total 95 articles in the draft revised law, 37 articles will need guidelines, while 20 others are not clear.
Several deputies supported the idea on a high-speed North-South railway. Deputy Nguyen Phi Thuong from Hanoi called for a roadmap to develop the railway, suggesting allocating capital to conduct feasibility research on the idea.
Nguyen Van Canh, representative of Binh Dinh province proposed that the NA adjust the land use plan so that the Government can build at least 21 urban areas around stations along the North-South railway and 21 trade centres in the stations, which he said will generate capital for the railway construction.
According to Minister of Transportation Truong Quang Nghia, the ministry will coordinate with NA agencies to further revise regulations in the bill to win greater support among legislators.
During the November 18 working day, deputies also discussed the necessity to issue a resolution on the issuance of e-visa for foreigners, which is hoped to contribute to socio-economic growth through boosting tourism and investment.
Some deputies worried that the granting of e-visa to all foreigners are too wide, while Vietnam does not have sufficient experience as well as staff and technical infrastructure for the work. They proposed giving priority to tourists, investors and visitors from some countries with traditional friendship or those having signed cooperation agreements with Vietnam.
Several lawmakers expressed concern that the date of starting granting e-visa on January 1, 2017 is too urgent to make good preparations for the work.
Many deputies urged necessary measures to be taken to ensure national cyber security.-VNA
The progress and solutions to implementing a project to teach foreign languages in the national education system through to 2020 was among major issues raised by deputies at the 13th NA.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc was the last to appear at the National Assembly (NA)’s Question & Answer session on November 17, clearing up a range of issues of public concern.
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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.
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The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
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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.
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Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
Minister of Public Security To Lam is speaking (Source: VNA)
