National Assembly passes two resolutions on June 10
The National Assembly adopted two resolutions on legislature’s supervision programme in 2020 and implementation of the Law on the Organisation of People’s Courts on June 10 within the framework of the ongoing 7th session.
Hanoi (VNA) – The National Assembly adopted two resolutions onlegislature’s supervision programme in 2020 and implementation of the Law onthe Organisation of People’s Courts on June 10 within the framework of theongoing 7th session.
Under the legislature’s supervisionprogramme, the 14th NA’s 9th session will consider the Government’s reports onsupplementary evaluation of socio-economic development and State budgetperformance in 2019 and first months of 2020, a report of the NA StandingCommittee on the supervision of settlement of petitions submitted by voters tothe NA’s 8th session, and reports of relevant agencies. Question-and-answeractivities will also be conducted at the 9th session.
A thematic report on the supervision of the implementation of policies and lawson the prevention and fight against child abuse will be submitted to the 9thsession. Other items on the supervision programme include reports on theoperation in 2020 of the NA’s agencies, the Government, the Supreme People’sCourt, the Supreme People’s Procuracy, the State Audit, among others.
The lawmakers also passed the resolution amending and supplementing ResolutionNo.81/QH2014/QH13 on the implementation of the Law on the Organisation ofPeople’s Courts. Accordingly, between June 10, 2019 and February 1, 2022, theChief Judge of the Supreme People’s Court will be allowed to submit proposalsfor the assignment of judges of the court to the NA.
On the day, the NA also discussed draft laws amending and supplementing somearticles of the Law on Organisation of the Government and the Law onOrganisation of the Local Governments, and the Law on Cadres and Civil Servantsand the Law on Public Employees.
The NA will continue its working day on June 11 with discussions on the draftlaw on military reserve force. The deputies will hear a report on approvingproposals on the appointment of the chief judge of the Supreme People’s Court,and discuss the issue.
In the afternoon, they are scheduled to adopt a resolution on ratifying balanceof State budget in 2017 and a resolution on the programme building laws andordinances in 2019, as well as discuss the Law on Library.-VNA
Most opinions at the debate at the National Assembly on June 7 morning supported Vietnam’s joining Convention 98 of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) on the application of principles of the right to organise and bargain collectively.
The participation in Convention No. 98 of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) was among the issues discussed by lawmakers on June 7 – the 15th working day of the 14th National Assembly (NA)’s on-going seventh session.
National Assembly deputies shared the view that the Prime Minister and ministers should be given more power, while discussing the draft law amending and supplementing some articles of the Law on Organisation of the Government and the Law on Organisation of the Local Governments on June 10.
The resolution amending and supplementing Resolution No. 81/2014/QH13 on the implementation of the Law on the Organisation of People’s Courts sailed through the National Assembly during its seventh session in Hanoi on June 10.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed that the emulation and commendation work is a vital driver, fostering patriotism, dedication, and collective momentum in the run-up to the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress, Party congresses at all levels, and the 14th National Party Congress.
Emphasising the need for sustainable, long-term collaboration, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man called on Japanese investors not only to bring in capital but also to share expertise and modern technology, especially in areas such as green transformation, the circular economy, and advanced corporate governance.
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.
Lawmakers at the ongoing 7th session (Photo: VNA) 
