Lawmakers debate transformation of Thua Thien-Hue into centrally-run city
The 15th National Assembly's 8th session continued its work in Hanoi on October 31 where discussions on the turning of the central province of Thua Thien-Hue into a centrally-run city took the focus.
Hanoi (VNA)๊ – The 15th National Assembly's 8th session continued its agenda in Hanoi on October 31 where discussions on the turning of the central province of Thua Thien-Hue into a centrally-run city took the focus.
Minister of Home Affairs Pham Thi Thanh Tra said this transformation will lay the groundwork for a new urban governance model. This shift aims to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of State management while improving the living standards of residents. By 2030, Thua Thien-Hue is envisioned to become a distinctive cultural, tourism, and specialised healthcare hub in Southeast Asia, and a national hub for sci-tech and quality, multidisciplinary education and training, in line with the Politburo's Resolution 54-NQ/TW.
During the review process, several key opinions suggested the provincial authorities come up with plans to navigate potential obstacles. These include developing a State management model linked with urban governance, adapting to changes in social and occupational structures to tackle employment concerns, improving the quality of urban life, and issuing innovative policies in sci-tech for green development. Additionally, there was a focus on elevating socio-economic development levels in ethnic minority and mountainous areas.
In afternoon the same day, the NA will deliberate and approve a draft law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Health Insurance.
This law, which has been in effect for 15 years, has achieved remarkable success, with 93.3 million people, or 93.35% of the population, now covered by health insurance./.
National Assembly (NA) deputies on October 30 morning discussed a bill which is built to remove difficulties in planning, and implementing business investment activities and bidding as part of the legislature's 8th session.
The 15th National Assembly is scheduled to listen to a report on the draft Law on Public Investment (amended), and discuss the draft Law on Value Added Tax (revised) and several other draft laws on October 29 at its ongoing eighth session.
The National Assembly (NA) is scheduled to discuss a report by a supervision delegation and a draft Resolution of the legislature on the results of the thematic supervision on the implementation of policies and laws regarding the management of the real estate market and the development of social housing from 2015 to the end of 2023, within the framework of its ongoing eighth session in Hanoi on October 28.
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.
