Sixth working day of 14th National Assembly’s first session
Deputies at the first session of the 14th National Assembly (NA) continued working on personnel for senior positions on the sixth working day, July 27.
The 14th National Assembly continued working on personnel for senior positions on the sixth working day, July 27 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) 🌠– Deputies at the first session of the 14th National Assembly (NA) continued working on personnel for senior positions on the sixth working day, July 27.
In the morning, lawmakers voted on the Vice President, the Chief Justice of the Supreme People’s Court, and the Prosecutor General of the Supreme People’s Procuracy.
After the election results were announced and the NA approved resolutions on electing these positions, new Chief Justice Nguyen Hoa Binh took his oath and gave an inaugural address.
Binh’s swearing-in ceremony was broadcast live on television and radio.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc proposed the structure and number of Government members during the new parliament’s five-year tenure, which was later discussed by NA deputies in their delegations.
In the afternoon, the parliament approved a resolution on the NA’s supervision programme in 2017 after its draft was submitted by NA Secretary General Nguyen Hanh Phuc.
Before the deputies approved a resolution on the structure and number of Cabinet members, the Secretary General reported outcomes of the group discussions about the issue. Another report delivered by PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc explained more about the proposed structure.
After that, the Government leader proposed the NA approve the appointment of Deputy Prime Ministers, ministers and other Government members. The deputies then discussed in groups the PM’s proposal.
On July 28, the parliament is set to approve resolutions on ratifying the proposed assignments and the President’s suggested Vice Chairpersons and members of the Council for National Defence and Security.
It will also mull over the 2014 State budget balance sheet and approve a resolution on the establishment of specialised supervisory delegations.-VNA
President Tran Dai Quang has proposed candidates for the positions of Vice President, Chief Justice of the Supreme People’s Court and Prosecutor General of the Supreme People’s Procuracy.
Legislators cast secret ballots to elect the Vice State President, Chief Judge of the Supreme People’s Court and Prosecutor General of the Supreme People’s Procuracy in Hanoi on July 27.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc delivered a report on the structure of the Government for the 2016-2021 tenure on July 27 during the 14th National Assembly’s first session.
As many as 96.96 percent of deputies at the first session of the 14th National Assembly on July 27 approved a resolution determining there will be 27 members of the Government in the 2016-2021 tenure.
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.
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 14th National Assembly continued working on personnel for senior positions on the sixth working day, July 27 (Photo: VNA)
