NA’s working day on June 8 centres around law making
The National Assembly on June 8 discussed several draft laws and adopted the Law on National Defence (revised) and a resolution on the law and ordinance building programme in 2019 and adjustments to the 2018 programme.
Deputy Tran Xuan Hung of Ha Nam province speaks at the plenary debate of the National Assembly on une 8 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The National Assembly on June 8 discussed severaldraft laws and adopted the Law on National Defence (revised) and a resolutionon the law and ordinance building programme in 2019 and adjustments to the 2018programme.
In the morning, after passing the Law on National Defence (revised), theNA engaged in lively discussion on the bill on Vietnam’s coast guard, with 20deputies taking the floor and five others joining in the debate.
In response to some issues raised by the deputies, Defence Minister NgoXuan Lich gave explanations to clarify the issues.
In the afternoon, the NA approved the resolution on the law and ordinancebuilding programme in 2019 and adjustments to the 2018 programme.
Then the draft Law on Cultivation was tabled for discussion.
Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Nguyen Xuan Cuong alsotook the floor to clarify some issues raised by the deputies during the debate.
The NA will not meet on June 9 and 10.
It will resume working on June 11, with the agenda for the day coveringthe draft law on amnesty (revised) and the draft law on amendments andsupplements to a number of articles of the Education Law.
The ongoing fifth session of the 14th NA opened on May 21 andis scheduled to conclude on June 15.-VNA
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Lawmakers will vote to pass the draft revised Law on National Defence and draft Law on Vietnam Coast Guard at the ongoing fifth session of the 14th National Assembly in Hanoi on June 8 morning.
The 14th National Assembly (NA) on June 8 passed a resolution on the programme of building laws and ordinances in 2019 and adjustments to the programme for 2018 during ongoing fifth session in Hanoi.
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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.
Deputy Tran Xuan Hung of Ha Nam province speaks at the plenary debate of the National Assembly on une 8 (Photo: VNA) 
