1,587 delegates to attend 13th National Party Congress
Up to 1,587 delegates representing more than 5.1 million Party members nationwide will attend the 13th National Party Congress from January 25 to February 2, up nearly 80 delegates against the 12th Congress and the largest number among the 13 congresses.
Head of the Party Central Committee's Commission for Information and Education Vo Van Thuong (C) chairs the press conference (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Up to 1,587 delegates representing more than 5.1million Party members nationwide will attend the 13th National PartyCongress from January 25 to February 2, up nearly 80 delegates against the 12th Congress and the largest number among the 13 congresses.
The figures were released by deputy head of the PartyCentral Committee’s Organisation Commission Mai Van Chinh at a press conferenceon the threshold of the opening ceremony of the 13th Congress at theNational Convention Centre on January 22.
According to Chinh, among the delegates, 13.99 percent arewomen, and 11.03 percent are ethnic minorities.
Guests at the congress include former Party and Stateleaders, ambassadors and representatives of the diplomatic corps of foreigncountries and chief representatives of international organisations in Hanoi,Heroic Mothers, and outstanding youths and intellectuals and representativesfrom religious organisations.
The Politburo decided to establish 67 delegations, andassign their heads.
Deputy Chief of the Office of the Party Central Committee Nguyen Dac Vinh (Photo: VNA)
Deputy Chief of the Office of the Party Central CommitteeNguyen Dac Vinh affirmed that the 13th Congress is a political eventwith future orientation significance, thus helping boost the country’s renewal,integration and development cause comprehensively and synchronously.
The preparation work has received special attention fromthe Party Central Committee and its Politburo and Secretariat. At present, allare basically complete.
The content and working agenda of the 13th Congress will focus on reviewing the implementation of the 12th Congress’s Resolution in association with the assessment of the 35-yearrenewal, 30 years implementing the 1991 Platform, 10 years implementingthe 2011 Platform (amended) and the 2011-2020 socio-economic developmentstrategy, while setting out the socio-economic development orientations andtasks for 2021 - 2025, as well as the goals and orientations for 2030 and thenational development vision to 2045. This Congress will also review the Partybuilding work and the leadership of the 12th Party CentralCommittee, and elect a new Party Central Committee for the 13th tenure.
To serve communication work, Le Manh Hung, deputy head of the PartyCentral Committee’s Commission for Information and Education said a presscentre was opened to serve the upcoming 13th National Party Congress.
Reporters work at press centre (Photo: VNA)
The centre offers the best conditions possible for the workof nearly 500 reporters and technicians from 191 domestic news agencies as wellas more than 160 reporters from 110 foreign media outlets, of whom close to 100will cover the event online, Hung added./.
A photo exhibition was opened on January 22 at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi by the Party Central Committee’s Commission for Information and Education and the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) in celebration of the 13th National Party Congress.
An exhibition is underway in Hanoi introducing more than 100 photos of President Ho Chi Minh - the founder, leader, and mentor of the Communist Party of Vietnam.
The Party Central Committee’s Commission for Information and Education opened a press centre serving the upcoming 13th National Party Congress at a ceremony in Hanoi on January 22.
Welcoming the 13th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) has put into operation a special website (//daihoidang.vn/) that provides information and news on the country's major political event in different forms and languages.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
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.
Head of the Party Central Committee's Commission for Information and Education Vo Van Thuong (C) chairs the press conference (Photo: VNA) 
Deputy Chief of the Office of the Party Central Committee Nguyen Dac Vinh (Photo: VNA) 
Reporters work at press centre (Photo: VNA) 
