Hanoi (VNA) – The 14th National Assembly’s Standing Committee wrapped up its sixth session in Hanoi onJanuary 20 after three days of sitting.
During the session, full-time legislatorsgave feedback on eight bills, including the amended Law on the State CompensationLiability, the amended Law on Judicial Assistance, the Law on Foreign Trade Management,the Law on Support for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, the Law on Planning,the amended Law on State Asset Management and Use, the Law on Management andUse of Weapons, Explosives and Supporting Tools, and the Law on Guard Force.
NA Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan askedrelevant units to work closely with drafting agencies to acquire lawmakers’opinions to refine reports on revising bills.
The NA Office will devise a plan tohold a conference gathering full-time legislators to discuss a number of draftlaws to submit them to the NA’s third session.
The NA Standing Committee alsoadopted two resolutions on regulations on cooperation between the SupremePeople’s Committee and the Defence Ministry in managing the apparatus of militarycourts, and regulations on supervision procedures of the NA, the NA StandingCommittee, and the NA Delegations.
The standing boards of the NA’s LawCommittee and Committee for Judicial Affairs were asked to closely liaison withthe Supreme People’s Court, the Defence Ministry, the NA General Secretary, andconcerned agencies to acquire feedback at meetings to refine draft resolutionsto submit to the NA Chairwoman for approval.
Legislators also debated the draftresolution on taking disciplinary action against retired officials and cadres.
Following the session, the toplegislator requested leaders of concerned agencies to realise conclusionsreached by the committee and prepare for the seventh session slated forFebruary 20-23.-VNA
The 14th National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee is set to approve two resolutions and discuss eight draft laws during its sixth session, opened at the parliament’s headquarters in Hanoi on January 9.
The National Assembly plans to pass 24 bills and debate 14 other draft laws in 2017, along with considering many important policies, stated NA Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan in a New Year interview with Vietnam News Agency.
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.
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.
At the session (Source: VNA) 
