Legislators meet in-person to debate important matters
The implementation of the 2021 socio-economic development plan and a draft plan for 2022 were deliberated on the first in-person working day of the second session of the 15th National Assembly on November 8.
The delegation of deputies of Cao Bang province at the session. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The implementation of the 2021socio-economic development plan and a draft plan for 2022 were deliberated onthe first in-person working day of the second session of the 15th National Assembly on November 8.
NA deputies also scrutinised reports on COVID-19prevention and control, and the implementation of Resolution No. 30/2021/QH15on the first session, along with the implementation of the State budget in2021, State budget estimate and central budget allocation plan for 2022, andthe 2022-2024 finance-budget plan.
Most of the opinions raised at the working dayapproved the Government’s reports and assessment reports of NA Committees.
The lawmakers pointed out major tasks and solutions tospur socio-economic development in 2022, regional economic growth, maritime economicdevelopment and trade, among others.
They touched upon solutions to remove difficultiesfacing people and businesses due to COVID-19, and ensure social welfare, jobgeneration and the public’s health.
The deputies also debated State budget collection andthe increase of budget allocation to cities and provinces severely affected bythe pandemic.
At the end of the discussion, Minister of Health NguyenThanh Long and Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Dao Ngoc Dungfurther clarified issues of deputies’ concern.
The lawmakers will continue to look into reports onsocio-economic affairs, State budget and the pandemic fight during a plenarysession on November 9./.
The rights and legitimate interests of the people and the interests of the nation must be at the centre of the lawmaking process, permanent member of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat Vo Van Thuong has said.
Legislators will meet in-person from November 8-13, also the final week of the second session of the 15th National Assembly, to discuss important matters.
National Assembly deputy Duong Khac Mai proposed to further promote the reorganisation of production according to the farmer linkage chain, establish and improve the operational efficiency of cooperative groups and cooperatives.
Greater attention should be paid to ethnic minority-inhabited and mountainous areas while designing socio-economic development plans in the future to ensure no one is left behind, many deputies to the 15th National Assembly (NA) have suggested.
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.
The delegation of deputies of Cao Bang province at the session. (Photo: VNA) 
