Hanoi (VNA) - The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee opened its 37th session in Hanoi on September 12 under the chair of NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man.
In his opening remarks, Man said that law-making is the main focus of this meeting.
The committee is scheduled to give feedback on contents to be presented to the NA at its 8th session, and consider some matters within its authority.
It will review and offer opinions on 11 draft laws and one ordinance, including the draft law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Vietnam People's Army Officers and the draft law on amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Health Insurance, Man said.
The top legislator requested permanent members of the NA’s Law Committee to urgently and thoroughly examine proposals for drafting laws and resolutions, and report to the NA Standing Committee for consideration and addition to the agenda of the 37th session in the spirit of ensuring quality and meeting conditions for approval.
Regarding the supervision work, the NA Standing Committee will give opinions to reports on judicial work, annual audits, and several other important reports, including the NA’s supervision on the implementation of policies and laws on real estate market management and social housing development from 2015 to 2023, and the NA Standing Committee's supervision on the implementation of policies and laws on ensuring traffic safety and order from 2009 to 2023.
It will summarise the results of the 8th extraordinary session and discuss the preparations for the 15th NA’s 8th session. It will also consider two draft joint resolutions detailing the organisation of voter meetings of NA deputies and People's Council deputies at all levels, and approve the Prime Minister's proposal on the appointment of ambassadors and a report on the people's aspirations in 2024.
Man demanded agencies to keep their reports ಌbrief and adhere to the allowed time limits, foc🧸using discussion on important issues, areas of disagreement, and those requiring feedback./.
The National Assembly Standing Committee continued its 36th session in Hanoi on August 22 with a Q&A session focusing on justice, internal affairs, public security, social safety, inspection, courts, and the procuracy.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
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.
