14th NA’s second meeting focuses on economic affairs on day 1
The 14th National Assembly convened its second meeting in Hanoi on October 20 and dedicated the first day to the country’s economic affairs presented by Government members.
Hanoi (VNA) – T♈he 14th National Assembly conve๊ned its second meeting in Hanoi on October 20 and dedicated the first day to the country’s economic affairs presented by Government members.
In the morning session, deputies listened to a report on the outcomes of the implementation of the socio-economic development plan in 2016 and the plan on the same issues for 2017 delivered by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc, and a report examining these issues presented by Chairman of the NA’s Economic Committee Vu Hong Nam.
President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee Nguyen Thien Nhan presented a summary of opinions and proposals made by voters and people nationwide.
In the afternoon session, deputies heard a report on restructuring the national economy in 2016-2020 presented by Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung and a report scrutinising the report by Chairman of the NA’s Economic Committee Vu Hong Nam.
Minister of Finance Dinh Tien Dung presented a five-year finance plan and a report on the outcomes of the implementation of the State budget in 2016 and State budget estimates and allocations in 2017; while Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung presented a report on mid-term public investment plan for 2016-2020.
The reports were examined by Chairman of the NA’s Committee for Finance and Budget Affairs Nguyen Duc Hai.
On October 21, the deputies will have a plenary working session in the morning, focusing on examining the Law on supplements and amendments to some articles of the Penal Code No. 100/2015/QH13; the draft resolution on revising and supplementing some articles of Resolution No. 55/2010/QH12 on exempting and reducing agricultural land rent. These issues will be discussed in depth in groups in the afternoon session.-VNA
The 14th National Assembly plans to organise its second session from October 20 to November 18, according to the NA Standing Committee at its second meeting on August 16.
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
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.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
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.
Scene at the meeting (Photo: VNA)
