Macro economy basically stabilised in seven months: PM
The macro economy was basically stabilised in the first seven months of this year, with remarkable achievements recorded in many spheres, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said on August 11.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the Government's regular meeting. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The macro economy was basicallystabilised in the first seven months of this year, with remarkable achievementsrecorded in many spheres, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said on August 11.
Speaking at the Government's regular meeting, held viateleconference, the PM said attention has been paid to cultural and socialaffairs, while social security has been ensured.
“This is also the common assessment of international organisationsand institutions,” he noted.
Regarding the fight against COVID-19, PM Chinh said thepandemic is till under control, adding major pandemic clusters have beencontained.
Some localities have effectively implemented theGovernment’s Resolution No. 68, providing timely support for employees andemployers affected by the pandemic, the PM continued.
An overview of the meeting (Photo: VNA)
He asked agencies and localities to raise publicawareness and responsibility, and encouraged residents to seriously observeCOVID-19 prevention and control regulations.
All-level Party Committees and the entire politicalsystem should carry forward their role to strictly implement the PM’s relevantdirectives, the government leader said.
“Each agency, enterprise, commune and ward must be afortress to fight against the pandemic, and each citizen must be a soldier in the combat,”he stressed.
For the vaccine issue, the PM affirmed Vietnam’s soundvaccine strategy, further explaining that apart from imports, the Governmentand concerned agencies are working hard to accelerate the transfer and researchof COVID-19 vaccine production technology to produce the vaccines domestically.
Although the work is going smoothly, domestic vaccineproduction and recognition requires more time and must follow strict scientific andlegal procedures, according to the PM.
For businesses, PM Pham Minh Chinh stressed the need to avoid any disruptions in the supply chain. (Photo: VNA)
Forbusinesses, the PM stressed the need to avoid any disruptions in the supplychain while regulations on goods circulation are strictly observed.
PM Chinh said it was time to focus on combating the pandemicbecause a successful fight against the COVID-19 would promote socio-economicdevelopment and facilitate socio-economic recovery.
However,he said, economic development should be maintained to have resources to preventand control the pandemic.
Heasked the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to promote vaccine diplomacy and theMinistry of National Defence to support the pandemic prevention and control.
TheMinistry of Public Security was assigned to assist the frontline forces andensure security and order for the people while the Ministry of Information andCommunications was directed to strengthen dissemination campaigns on the workand counter false allegations of hostile forces.
ThePM noted that ministries, agencies, and localities must step up the fightagainst corruption, refrain from acts that cause troubles for the people, andprepare documents for submission to the upcoming second session of the 15thNational Assembly./.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on July 2 asked localities to persistently and resolutely implement the dual goals of preventing the COVID-19 pandemic and promoting socio-economic development.
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) pledges to continue fostering exchange rate flexibility while maintaining macroeconomic and financial market stability, so as to ease concerns from the US Department of Treasury about the country’s currency practices.
The 15th National Assembly (NA) is spending the entire day on July 25, on discussing the implementation of the socio-economic development and State budget plans during the first six months, solutions for task performance in the year’s latter half, and the development plan for 2021 - 2025.
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.