At the NA Standing Committee's 22nd meeting (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - The 23rd meeting of the National AssemblyStanding Committee will open on May 9 and close on May 12 in Hanoi, the NAOffice has announced.
NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue will attend, deliver the openingspeech, and co-chair the meeting with NA Vice Chairpersons.
During the meeting, the legislators will offer theiropinions on draft Law on Credit Institutions, the draft Law amending andsupplementing several articles of the Law on Entry and Exit of VietnameseCitizens and the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners inVietnam.
They will also mull over the draft Resolution amending andsupplementing the Resolution No. 85/2014/QH13 dated November 28, 2014, on voteof confidence on the holders of positions elected or approved by the NA or People's Councils,the NA’s draft Resolution on piloting several special mechanisms and policiesfor the development of Ho Chi Minh City, and propose the building of the draft GenderAffirmation Law.
The draft Resolution on the arrangement of administrativeunits at the district and communal levels for the 2023-2030 period is also scheduledto be passed.
The committee will offer feedback on the additional reporton socio-economic performance and State budget for 2022 and the first months of2023, a report on the State budget finalisation in 2021 and another on the Statefinancial situation in 2021.
They will discuss a draft report summarising the opinionsand recommendations of voters and people sent to the 15th NA’s fifthsession, a report on the settlement of voters' suggestions sent to the 15th NA’s fourth session, the NA’s ombudsman work in April, and the Government'sreport on the results of thrift practice and wastefulness prevention in 2022.
💖 Lawmakers will also consider and decide on the additionalpurchase of disinfectants for national reserve, the continued allocation ofmid-term public investment and funding for the socio-economic recovery anddevelopment, as well as preparations for the NA’s fifth session./.
Under the chair of National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue, the NA Standing Committee wrapped up its 22nd meeting after two days of sitting in Hanoi on April 11.
The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee opened its April law-making session on April 12 under the chair by NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue, with three draft laws tabled for discussion.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
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.
At the NA Standing Committee's 22nd meeting (Photo: VNA) 
