Legislators mull over 2023 socio-economic development plan
The 15th National Assembly discussed in groups the 2022 socio-economic performance and the 2023 socio-economic development plan during the ongoing fourth session in Hanoi on October 22.
Hanoi (VNA) – The 15th National Assemblydiscussed in groups the 2022 socio-economic performance and the 2023socio-economic development plan during the ongoing fourth session in Hanoi onOctober 22.
Lawmakers also mulled over the State budget 2022, the 2023 Statebudget estimate, public investment plan and allocation of State budget.
According to the Government report, GDP growth hit 8.83% in the first ninemonths of this year and is estimated at about 8% for the whole of this year.So far, about 87 trillion VND (3.78 billion USD) worth of aid has benefited nearly 56 millionpeople and workers, and over 730,000 employers hit by COVID-19.
The Government set 15 key socio-economic targets for next year,including a GDP growth of some 6.5%, a 4.5% hike in consumer price index, labourproductivity growth of 5-6%, unemployment rate in urban areas below 4%, and a 1-1.5%reduction in multidimensional poverty rate.
The NA Economic Committee suggested the Government consider keymeasures to stabilise macro-economy, control inflation, enhance the resilienceof financial-banking system, and further expand fiscal policy space in tandemwith the efficiency of public investment.
In the morning, deputies also debated in groups theimplementation of the Resolution on piloting special policies and mechanismsfor the development of Ho Chi Minh City.
In the afternoon, they listened to a report ex🅰amining the draftamended Law on Cooperatives, and discussed the draft Law on the Implementationof Democracy at the Grassroots Level in plenary session./.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue on October 20 requested deputies to uphold their responsibilities, promote democracy, and continue to contribute ideas to major and important issues and those seeing different opinions, and ensure the highest quality when considering and approving draft laws and resolutions during the 15th legislature’s 4th session.
Personnel work is the focus of attention at the 15th National Assembly (NA) in the morning of October 21, the second day of its fourth session in Hanoi.
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.
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.
At the meeting (Photo: VNA) 
