A majority of deputies agreed on the necessity of promulgating the Law on Access to Information at a debate during the 10th session of the 13 th National Assembly in Hanoi on November 27.
Deputies at the 10th session of the 13th National Assembly in Hanoi on November 27 (Source:VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – A majority of deputies agreed on the necessity of promulgating the Law on Access to Information at a debate during the 10th session of the 13 th National Assembly in Hanoi on November 27.
The issuance of the law is to actualise the country’s Constitution on citizens’ right to information access, in line with the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the 1966 International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights to which Vietnam is a member.
The law will help people exercise their right of mastery, thus improving the transparency of policies and State management.
To make the law feasible, it is necessary to clarify issues on published information; information providers; and procedures to implement the right to information access, lawmakers suggested.
Deputy Nguyen Lam Thanh from the northern province of Lang Son said the right to information access means the right to exercise democracy, build a rule-of-law state and join socio-economic development activities.
Deputy Do Ngoc Nien from the central province of Binh Thuan proposed devising additional basic regulations on the state secrets and undisclosed documents to facilitate public access to information.
He said citizens have the right to know information regarding human rights and their fundamental interests.
Lawmakers also discussed those having the right to information access and responsible of providing information, and settlement of incorrect information.
At the working session, NA deputies adopted a draft resolution on preventing and fighting law violations and crimes. They also scrutinised activities of People’s Procuracies and People’s Courts as well as law enforcement in 2016.
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National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee members on August 12 said that the Law on Access to Information was meant to enable people to exercise their rights and strengthen policy transparency.
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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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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.
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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.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Deputies at the 10th session of the 13th National Assembly in Hanoi on November 27 (Source:VNA)
