The 15th National Assembly (NA)’s fifth session entered the third working day in Hanoi on May 24 under the chair of NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue, which was televised on the NA Television's channel.
Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang speaks at the meeting (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The 15th National Assembly (NA)’s fifth session entered the third working day in Hanoion May 24 under the chair of NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue, which was televised on the NA Television's channel.
Presided over by NAVice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai in the morning, the NA listened to FinanceMinister Ho Duc Phoc’s report on State budget execution 2021, the State AuditorGeneral Ngo Van Tuan’s report on auditing State budget execution 2021, Chairmanof the NA Finance-Budget Committee Le Quang Manh’s report examining the Statebudget execution 2021.
Manh also delivereda report collecting feedback on the draft revised Bidding Law. Later, lawmakersdiscussed in plenary session about it.
Concluding the discussions,Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung explained several issuesraised by deputies.
In the afternoon, theNA convened a plenary session under the chair of NA Vice Chairman Tran QuangPhuong.
Finance MinisterPhoc presented a report while Chairman Manh delivered a verification report on the continued implementation of the 2%value-added tax reduction policy in accordance with Resolution No.43/2022/QH15 dated January 11, 2022.
Chairmanof the NA Committee on Science, Technology and Environment Le Quang Huypresented a report examining the investment policy for the transportationproject connecting National Highway 27C with provincial Road DT.656 in KhanhHoa province, linking neighbouring Lam Dong with Ninh Thuan provinces.
AfterChairman of the NA’s National Defence and Security Committee Le Tan Toidelivered a report explaining adjustments to the draft Law on Civil Defence,lawmakers debated the draft law in plenary session, with almost opinionsagreeing with the need to amend it.
Ministerof National Defence Phan Van Giang also clarified issues raised by legislators.
Asscheduled on May 25 morning, the NA will continue discussing in groupssocio-economic performance and State budget 2022 and other issues.
♎ Inthe afternoon, they will listen to a verification report on the draft amendedLaw on Water Resources and discuss in plenary session the draft revised Law onCooperatives./.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue chaired a NA full-time deputies’ meeting to discuss a number of issues to be debated at the NA’s upcoming fifth session.
The 15th National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee will convene its 22nd session in Hanoi on April 10 and 11 under the chair of NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue, according to the NA Office.
The 15th National Assembly (NA) convened its fifth plenary session in Hanoi on May 22 morning, broadcast live on the channels of radio The Voice of Vietnam (VOV1), the Vietnam Television (VTV1), and the National Assembly TV.
Many legislators have expressed their hope that solutions to be devised at the ongoing fifth session of the 15th National Assembly (NA), opened on May 22 morning, will soon tackle difficulties to regain growth momentum for the economy to reach this year’s targets and create favourable conditions for the coming years.
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.
Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang speaks at the meeting (Photo: VNA) 
