NA Standing Committee to discuss national electoral council
The National Assembly Standing Committee convened its 42nd session on Oct. 12, expected to give opinions on a national electoral council as well as the date for the NA and People’s Council elections.
The 13th NA Standing Committee convenes its 42nd session on October 12 (Photo: VNA)
The 13th National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee convened its 42nd session in Hanoi on October 12, expected to give opinions about a national electoral council as well as the date for the NA and all-level People’s Council elections.
During the meeting, the NA Standing Committee will also scrutinise nine bills, the implementation of the 2015 socio-economic development plan, the 2015 State budget, budget estimates and allocation for next year, the diversification of the terms of Government bonds, and the issuance of Government bonds in foreign markets.
A Government report delivered after the opening ceremony showed that the country’s socio-economic situation continued recovering in the first nine months of 2015, with a number of encouraging outcomes and some challenges. The Cabinet has ensured sufficient macro-economic control. Numbers on economic growth, inflation, budget collection, overspending, import and export, and business have met set targets.
Gross domestic product grew by 6.5 percent over the past nine months, the fastest year-on-year pace in four years, the report said, adding that the average consumer price index spiked 0.74 percent from the same period of the previous year, the lowest nine-month increase in decades.
The Government added that in 2016 it would continue working to improve the economy while keeping economic growth stable and sustainable. It would step up economic restructuring, improve the effectiveness and competitiveness of the economy, and carry out social welfare and environmental protection objectives.
Many NA deputies agreed with the Government report. They asked the Cabinet to analyse opportunities and challenges in 2016 – especially the impacts of recent visits by Vietnamese leaders to powerful countries and the finalisation of negotiations on the Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement.
The 2016 socio-economic development plan must remain in line with the 2011-2020 socio-economic development strategy and draft documents to be submitted to the upcoming 12th National Party Congress, deputies said.-VNA
The Government’s report on outcomes of international economic integration since Vietnam joined the World Trade Organisation was scrutinised at the National Assembly Standing Committee’s 41st meeting.
National Assembly deputies on September 22 expressed their concerns at the waste and ineffective management of state farm and forestry land during recent years.
Members of the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee focused on the draft Law on Associations while open for discussion at the committee’s ongoing 41st sitting on September 24.
The 42nd session of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee is scheduled to open on October 12, focusing on preparations for the 10 th sitting of the 13 th legislature to kick off on October 20.
President Luong Cuong's activities during his state visit to Angola, the celebration of the financial sector's 80th traditional day, and the Foreign Ministry's flag-hoisting ceremony marking the 58th founding anniversary of ASEAN are among news highlights on August 8.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung praised the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ meaningful initiative, noting that the ASEAN Family Run was not only a sporting activity but also an opportunity for diplomats and their families to show unity, connection, and solidarity within the ASEAN family.
Politburo member, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 8 attended the first congress of the Party Organisation of Tay Ho ward of Hanoi for the 2025–2030 term, during which he called for fresh momentum to turn the ward into a model that takes the lead in all fields.
The size of the economy increased from over 5 billion USD in 1986 to over 476 billion USD by 2024, making Vietnam the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia and the 34th largest in the world.
The ASEAN flag-hoisting ceremony is observed by the 10 ASEAN member countries on August 8 every year, aiming to spread and promote the ASEAN identity and affirm the determination to unite and cooperate for the common aspiration of long-term peace and prosperity of Southeast Asian countries under the common roof of the ASEAN Community.
Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Cuong highlighted ASEAN’s nearly six decades of development, during which the region transformed from division to harmony, from confrontation to cooperation, and from poverty to dynamic growth, becoming a global bright spot for regional cooperation.
Thirty years ago, on July 28, 1995, Vietnam’s accession to ASEAN marked a historic strategic decision, opening a new chapter in the country’s integration process and beginning its strong rise.
Ambassador Vu Le Thai Hoang has outlined specific priorities and proposals for cooperation with the UNODA in preparation for the upcoming 11th Review Conference of the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
The Vietnamese Party leader's visit is therefore expected to mark a new stage in the development of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries, with a focus on such areas as digital transformation, supply chains, semiconductors, clean energy, and maritime security, Choe assessed.
At their meeting, which took place in the Angolan capital of Luanda on August 7 as part of State President Luong Cuong’s ongoing state visit to the African nation, the two officials also agreed to make full use of existing cooperation mechanisms, particularly the Vietnam – Angola Intergovernmental Committee, and step up exchanges of delegations at all levels.
President Luong Cuong's talks with his Angolan counterrpart João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, Vietnamese leader's receptions for a delegation from the Japan – Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance, and the Government's regular meeting for July are among news highlights on August 7 evening.
Over the past five decades, the Vietnam - Angola relationship has grown steadily, marked by political trust and close bonds between their Parties, States, Governments, and peoples, said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son.
President Luong Cuong called on the two countries to join hands to promote South – South cooperation, contribute to building a fair and equal global political and economic order, safeguard independence and sovereignty, and promote extensive and substantive international solidarity and cooperation.
President Luong Cuong called on the community to remain united, integrate well into local society, adhere to local laws, and continue contributing to both Angola’s development and Vietnam – Angola relations.
Vietnamese President Luong Cuong and Speaker of the National Assembly (NA) of Angola Carolina Cerqueira agreed to continue strengthening political trust, boost high-level delegation exchanges via all channels, including the parliamentary one, and create favourable legal conditions for bilateral cooperation.
Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong and Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço met with the press right after concluding their talks and witnessing the signing of seven cooperation agreements between the two countries in Luanda on August 7.
State President Luong Cuong stressed the fraternal ties between Vietnam and Angola as a shared invaluable asset. It serves as a solid foundation for both countries to enter a new phase of development, further foster political trust and mutual support between the two Parties and States, and deepen the solidarity and mutual understanding between their people.
At the dialogue, both sides expressed satisfaction with the intensive and extensive development of bilateral relationship since it was elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership last year.
The robust collaboration between the Vietnamese National Assembly and Japan’s National Diet, particularly between the two nations’ parliamentary friendship groups, is a hallmark of bilateral relations, contributing to deepening the Vietnam-Japan comprehensive strategic partnership, said NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man.
Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long received British Ambassador to Vietnam Iain Frew in Hanoi on August 7, affirming education as a standout pillar in the Vietnam - UK Strategic Partnership.
The 13th NA Standing Committee convenes its 42nd session on October 12 (Photo: VNA)
