Listing of candidates for upcoming elections being sped up
As of April 18, a third consultative conference had been held at local and central levels to select eligible candidates for the elections of deputies to the 15th National Assembly and member of People’s Councils for 2021-2026.
Preparations for the elections, scheduled for May 23, are being sped up. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - As of April 18, a third consultative conference hadbeen held at local and central levels to select eligible candidates for theelections of deputies to the 15th National Assembly and member of People’sCouncils for 2021-2026.
The meeting held by the Presidium of the Vietnam Fatherland Front CentralCommittee adopted a list of 205 candidates for the upcoming election ofdeputies to the 15th legislature.
Making and announcing such lists are among the tasks for local agencies andorganisations, as assigned by the National Election Council (NEC).
The lists must be sent to the National Election Committee and all-levelelection committees by April 23 (30 days ahead of the elections), so that theNEC and the all-level election committees will officially announce thecandidates at constituencies.
The listing of candidates for NA deputies at constituencies nationwide and formembers of People’s Councils at local constituencies should be completed nolater than April 28.
Meanwhile, official lists of candidates running for NA deputy in constituenciesin centrally-run cities and provinces, as well as their biographies, will bepublicised by May 3.
Localities should step up communications work to raise public awareness aboutthe elections and facilitate election campaigns, which are scheduled to beconcluded 24 hours prior to the elections.
Between May 13 and 23, election groups will regularly inform local voters aboutpolling stations and election time through leaflets and the mass media.
Local election committees will coordinate with relevant agencies andorganisations to instruct the settlement of complaints, denunciations, andpetitions regarding the lists of candidates and voters and election work.
The Standing Boards of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committees of provinces and cities nationwide held their third consultation conferences on April 16 to finalise lists of candidates for the election as deputies to the 15th National Assembly (NA) and members of all-level People’s Councils for the 2021-2026 tenure.
The third consultative conference held by the Presidium of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee in Hanoi on April 16 adopted a final list of 205 eligible candidates nominated by central agencies and organisations for the upcoming election of deputies to the 15th National Assembly.
The third consultative conference held by the Presidium of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee in Hanoi on April 16 adopted a final list of 205 eligible candidates nominated by central agencies and organisations for the upcoming election of deputies to the 15th National Assembly.
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.
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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.
Preparations for the elections, scheduled for May 23, are being sped up. (Photo: VNA) 
