Deputies optimistic about socio-economic development prospects
National Assembly (NA) deputies have showed their delight at socio-economic development results in 2018 and belief in the completion of the five-year socio-economic plan for 2016-2020, on the sidelines of the ongoing 6th session of the 14th National Assembly.
Hanoi (VNA) – National Assembly (NA) deputies have showed theirdelight at socio-economic development results in 2018 and belief in thecompletion of the five-year socio-economic plan for 2016-2020, on the sidelinesof the ongoing 6th session of the 14th National Assembly.
After hearing a report on the country’s socio-economicsituation this year and the development plan for 2019 delivered by PrimeMinister Nguyen Xuan Phuc at the opening of the session on October 22, most ofthe deputies appreciated the leadership and management of the Party andGovernment, as well as joint efforts by the ministries, sectors and localities.
They said that the impressive GDP growth and the fulfillmentof all the 12 targets set for this year by the legislature will be bright spotsin the country’s socio-economic picture.
Deputy Pham Van Hoa from the Mekong Delta province of DongThap said he was happy that gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 6.98 percentin the first nine months of 2018, and the whole year’s figure is expected to behigher than the NA’s target of 6.7 percent.
Hoa added he expects better socio-economic development in2019.
Meanwhile, Deputy Nguyen Ngoc Phuong from the centralprovince of Quang Binh said he is impressed by the development investmentduring 2016-2018, which is estimated at 33.5 percent of the GDP and fallswithin the target of averaging between 32-34 percent for the 2016-2020 period.
The socialist-oriented market economic institution isgradually getting completed, while the business and investment environment hasbeen improved, thus helping enterprises overcome with difficulties, he noted,adding that putting several key transport projects, including National Highway1A and the Ho Chi Minh Highway section crossing the Central Highlands region,into operation has contributed to improving capacity in this field andfacilitated the travel of people, even in peak times.
The structure of human resources has been shifted fromagriculture to industry and services, and the Prime Minister has taken a lot ofmeasures to create favourable conditions for enterprises, including steppingdialogue, cutting unnecessary administrative procedures.
Diplomatic work has also shown progress, thus helping expandeconomic partnership in investment cooperation and product consumption, Phuongobserved, adding that public investment has been tightened, which creates amomentum for economic development in the time to come.-VNA
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on October 22 highlighted the improvements in all aspects of Vietnam since 2016 while reporting on the country’s socio-economic situation this year and the development plan for 2019 to the National Assembly (NA) during its ongoing 6th session.
The opening of the 14th National Assembly (NA)’s sixth session was televised nationwide on October 22 under the chair of NA Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan.
Deputies of the 14th National Assembly cast secret ballots on October 23 morning to elect a new State President during its ongoing 6th session in Hanoi.
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.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
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.
An overview of the opening session (Source: VNA) 
