PM willing to listen to advice on special economic unit bill
PM willing to listen to advice on special administrative-economic unit bill
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc affirmed his willingness to listen with high responsibility to opinions of intellectuals, experts, people and particularly National Assembly deputies on the proposal of land lease of 99 years in the draft law on special administrative-economic units.
A view of Cai Bau island, a central island of Van Don (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) –Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc affirmed his willingness to listen with highresponsibility to opinions of intellectuals, experts, people and particularlyNational Assembly deputies on the proposal of land lease of 99 years in the draftlaw on special administrative-economic units.
The PM made thestatement in reply to reporters’ questions regarding the Law on SpecialAdministrative-Economic Units of Van Don, Bac Van Phong, Phu Quoc on June 4 onthe sidelines of the ongoing NA’s fifth plenary session.
As schedule, the bill will be adopted duringthe session.
The PM said that theestablishment of special economic zones has been successful in many countriesaround the world.
Currently, the bill isbeing adjusted and completed, he said, adding that the National AssemblyStanding Committee will carefully analyse all ideas related to the draft lawbefore approving it.
“The last decisionwill be made by the National Assembly. Whatever the decision is, the Governmentwill respect it,” stated the PM.
He clarified that thetime limit of 99 years of land lease is only granted to special cases afterbeing considered by the PM with consultations with authorised agencies.However, he also stressed the need for attractive policies to lure investment.
The formation of specialeconomic zones must be implemented in line with resolutions of the 12th PartyCongress and the Party Central Committee, as well as directions from thePolitburo on policies related to the building of the zone, he added.-VNA
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has allowed the northern province of Quang Ninh to build the Van Don Economic Zone towards a special administrative-economic unit.
Experts at the National Assembly (NA) Law Committee’s recent forum called for an early decision on administrative management models for special administrative economic zones.
The Government has defined eight key tasks to help the Mekong Delta achieve sustainable development, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc stressed in a document responding to queries from National Assembly Tran Thi Hoa Ry.
The northern coastal province of Quang Ninh has been working to mobilise resources for the building of a blueprint on the establishment of the Van Don Special Administrative-Economic Zone.
The building of a legal framework plays an important role in forming special administrative-economic zones and attracting investments in these areas, said Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung at a workshop in Hanoi on May 18.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
Highlighting the transformative potential of the draft law in revitalising Vietnam’s railway industry, Hoang Van Cuong, a deputy of Hanoi, expressed his support for Article 39, which empowers the Prime Minister to issue a list of railway-related goods and services to be assigned or ordered from domestic enterprises for production.
According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
Chairing a national conference on the organisation of the examination on June 18, the PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
From the struggles against colonialists and imperialists to the period of Doi moi (renewal) and international integration, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has always played a pioneering role on the ideological and cultural front, he said.
The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
The National Assembly on June 18 passed the law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favour, accounting for 85.36% of the total.
The Party leader asked the new HCM City to embrace a multi-centre and integrated urban ecosystem where each development pole functions as a link complementary to and intelligently connected with each other in a harmonious whole.
The resolutions issued by the PM as well as ministries and ministry-level agencies reassign responsibility for 346 administrative procedures - 18 from district to provincial levels, 278 to commune level, and 50 eliminated.
Legislators are due to pass several amended laws, including the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy, and the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality.
Vietnamese localities' readiness to implement the two-tier local administration model, the evacuation of 18 Vietnamese citizens from Iran, Petrovietnam's 11th ranking in the 2025 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 are among news highlights on June 17 evening.
The General Secretary underlined the resolve to achieve a growth rate of at least 8% in 2025, laying the groundwork for double-digit growth in the following period. He noted that these are mandatory targets, with no alternative path to success.
Restructuring and improving the quality of officials, civil servants, and public employees is no longer a choice, but an urgent requirement to transition from administrative management to governance in service of the people.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel has advised Vietnamese people living there to proactively prepare and seek ways to leave the country via land border crossings, especially toward Jordan or Egypt, when security and safety conditions allow.
A view of Cai Bau island, a central island of Van Don (Photo: VNA) 
