Prime Minister takes the floor at National Assembly’s Q&A sessions
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh took the floor at a Q&A session on November 12 to give further explanation after Cabinet members answered law-makers' questions on issues regarding health care; labour, invalids and social affairs; education and training; and planning and investment.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh takes the floor at National Assembly’s Q&A sessions. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham MinhChinh took the floor at a Q&A session on November 12 to give further explanation after Cabinet members answered law-makers' questions on issues regarding health care; labour, invalids and socialaffairs; education and training; and planning and investment.
Addressing deputies’ concern over difficulties andchallenges, both short and long terms, to socio-economic development due to theCOVID-19 pandemic, the PM said since October and early November, all-level agenciesand localities have continued to take drastic actions to combat the pandemic.
He highlighted changes in the mindset and methods inthis regard, shifting towards safely and flexibly adapting to and effectively controlthe pandemic, and efforts to remove difficulties to production and business,and reopen the economy according to a set roadmap.
Thanks to such efforts, progress has been made insocio-economic development, he said, adding that macro economic stabilityhas been maintained and major economic balances have been ensured, with a lowinflation rate.
During the first 10 months of this year, Vietnam ran atrade surplus of 160 million USD, and attracted more than 20 billion USD inforeign direct investment (FDI), up 15.8 percent year-on-year, he continued.
The leader also took note of good recovery in state budgetcollection, industrial production, agricultural development,services and the number of newly established enterprises.
At the National Assembly's working session. (Photo: VNA)
Ministries and agencies have paid due attention to socialwelfare, notably policies towards labourers and employers, the PM said, stressingthat positive changes in culture, social affairs, environment, administrativereform and the fight against corruption and other negative phenomena have helpedto consolidate public confidence in the Party’s leadership and the State’smanagement.
National defence and security has also been consolidatedand diplomacy, especially vaccine diplomacy, has been enhanced over the past time,he said.
The Government leader, however, pointed out that a range ofdifficulties and challenges remain ahead, including risks of the macro economy, inflationpressure, the shortage of labourers, and the disruption of production andsupply chains, among others.
Given this, the Government has ordered synchronous andeffective implementation of the set tasks and solutions, especially speeding upCOVID-19 vaccinations nationwide and preparing treatment drugs.
The PM also said more efforts will be made in rolling out policiesto support people and businesses, removing bottlenecks to production andbusiness, and ensuring the circulation of goods and travelling of people, in order to achieve to the highest possible targets set for this year./.
Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung cleared up deputies’ concern regarding land management at a Q&A session on November 11, as part of the ongoing second sitting of the 15th National Assembly.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will give further explanations for issues raised at the Q&A session on November 12, and answer queries of National Assembly deputies, wrapping up two and a half days of Q&A in the second sitting of the 15th legislature, which is scheduled to conclude on November 13.
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.
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.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh takes the floor at National Assembly’s Q&A sessions. (Photo: VNA) 
At the National Assembly's working session. (Photo: VNA) 
