Law on Hydrometeorology approved at 13th National Assembly’s 10th session (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Presi♑dential Office on December 18 made public nine laws and two resolutions, which had been adopted at the 13th National Assembly’s 10th session.
The laws are the Law on Cyber Information Safety, the Law on Supervising Activities of the National Assembly and People's Councils, the Law on Accounting, the Law on Statistics, the Law on Hydrometeorology, the Law on Fees and Charges, the Law on Referendum, the Law on Professional Military Personnel and Defence Workers, and the Maritime Code of Vietnam.
Meanwhile, the two resolutions are the Resolution on issuing regulations of National Assembly sessions and the Resolution on the ratification of the Protocol amending the Marrakesh agreement establishing the World Trade Organisation (WTO).
The Law on Statistics, which will take effect on July 1, 2016, includes new regulations to improve the quality and efficiency of statistical activities to meet requirements of the reform and international economic integration process.
It clearly stipulates the state statistical information system and statistical indicator systems at the national, ministry and local levels in order to ensure the consistency of the state statistics work.
The new Law on Accounting bans the establishment of two and more ledgers to prevent violations and frauds. The law requires the Government to start making a state financial report within 24 months since the law becomes effective on January 1, 2017.
The Law on Cyber Information Safety comprises eight chapters and 54 articles prescribing the cyber information safety issue, the right and responsibilities of offices, organisations and individuals in ensuring cyber information safety, and civilian encryption. It will be effective on July 1, 2016.
Meanwhile, this is the first time in the past over 100 years, all hydrometeorology activities in Vietnam will be adjusted by a law. The law was passed at the 10th NA session, one session earlier than scheduled, and will become effective on July 1, 2016.
The new Maritime Code will come into effect on July 1, 2017. Its 20 chapters and 341 articles stipulate policies relating to maritime development, ships, seaports, sea transportation and trade services, and maritime security and safety.-VNA
The State President’s Office announced 11 laws, an ordinance and a resolution which were passed at the 9th session of the 13th National Assembly at a press conference held in Hanoi on July 17.
National Assembly deputies discussed the draft revised Law on Press and adopted a resolution on the implementation of bailiff institution during their plenary session in Hanoi on November 26.
The 10th session of the 13th National Assembly concluded on November 27 after more than one month of sitting, with 16 laws and several resolution adopted and 10 draft laws scrutinised.
Known as the “four pillars for Vietnam’s ascend”, the Pobiburo's Resolutions 57, 59, 66, and 68 focus on cultivating a robust national entrepreneurial spirit, unlocking resources for innovation across society, and accelerating the development of digital economy, knowledge-based economy, green economy, and circular economy, propelling Vietnam forward rapidly and firmly on the path of modernisation and international integration.
Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.
Vietnam proposed several priorities: narrowing the digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in the digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities and context. Vietnam also advocated for genuine women’s participation and leadership across all areas of public life.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
Highlighting the transformative potential of the draft law in revitalising Vietnam’s railway industry, Hoang Van Cuong, a deputy of Hanoi, expressed his support for Article 39, which empowers the Prime Minister to issue a list of railway-related goods and services to be assigned or ordered from domestic enterprises for production.
According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
Chairing a national conference on the organisation of the examination on June 18, the PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
From the struggles against colonialists and imperialists to the period of Doi moi (renewal) and international integration, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has always played a pioneering role on the ideological and cultural front, he said.
The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
The National Assembly on June 18 passed the law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favour, accounting for 85.36% of the total.
The Party leader asked the new HCM City to embrace a multi-centre and integrated urban ecosystem where each development pole functions as a link complementary to and intelligently connected with each other in a harmonious whole.
The resolutions issued by the PM as well as ministries and ministry-level agencies reassign responsibility for 346 administrative procedures - 18 from district to provincial levels, 278 to commune level, and 50 eliminated.
Legislators are due to pass several amended laws, including the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy, and the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality.
Vietnamese localities' readiness to implement the two-tier local administration model, the evacuation of 18 Vietnamese citizens from Iran, Petrovietnam's 11th ranking in the 2025 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 are among news highlights on June 17 evening.
Law on Hydrometeorology approved at 13th National Assembly’s 10th session (Source: VNA)
