NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (second from left) delivers the closing remarks of the NA Standing Committee's 20th session on February 15. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The National Assembly (NA)Standing Committee wrapped up the 20th session on February 15.
Reviewing results of the three-day meeting, NA Chairman VuongDinh Hue said the Standing Committee discussed the draft law on civil defence, the draft revised law onprotection of consumer rights, and the draft revised one on electronictransactions.
A resolution guiding the implementation of rules on NAsessions and another on the tasks, power, structure, and organisation of the Secretariatunder the Standing Committee were adopted.
TheStanding Committee also gave opinions about a draft resolution on emulation andcommendation of NA deputies, NA agencies, the bodies subordinate to theStanding Committee, as well as cadres and civil servants managed by theStanding Committee.
In addition, legislators decided to establish onecity, two district-level towns, 34 wards, and 11 communal-level townships andadjust the boundary of some communal-level administrative units in 10provinces.
This was a highly important step to perfect the organisation oflocal administrations and also to implement the Politburo’s resolution on urbandevelopment, Hue noted.
The Standing Committee approved the Prime Minister’sproposal on the appointment and relief of the Vietnamese Ambassador toMalaysia, adopted a resolution of capital allocation for 129 tasks and projectsin the socio-economic recovery and development programme.
Participants also looked into a draft resolutionon protection of personal data, a report on the NA’s settlement of people’spetitions in December 2022 and January 2023, and outcomes of the parliament’s second and third extraordinary sessions,according to the top legislator.
ChairmanHue requested that basing on the conclusions made at the meeting, relevantagencies need to complete draft resolutions and laws and prepare for upcoming activities,including a national conference reviewing the performance of provincial-levelPeople’s Councils in 2022 and launching tasks for 2023, and the next sessionsof the Standing Committee./.
The National Assembly will continue with strong reforms in mindset and working style to further improve the quality and efficiency of its operations, Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue said in an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the Lunar New Year.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue asked agencies of the NA and its Standing Committee to keep a close watch on the macro-economic situation, as well as financial, monetary, stock and real property markets, while meeting their standing members on February 7.
The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee on February 13 gave the green light to the establishment or merger of some district- and communal-level administrative units in 10 provinces.
The National Assembly's Standing Committee reviewed the outcomes of the 15th NA’s second and third extraordinary meetings, during its ongoing 20th session in Hanoi on February 14 morning.
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.
NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (second from left) delivers the closing remarks of the NA Standing Committee's 20th session on February 15. (Photo: VNA) 
