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The third session of the NA opened on May 23 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – In order to ensure the highest efficiency of the 15th National Assembly (NA)'s third session, NA agencies and deputies had made careful preparations on discussion contents, aiming for the highest outcomes with shortest sitting time, said NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue while opening the session on May 23. He said that the session is taking place following the success of the fifth session of the NA Standing Committee , focusing on many important issues in the socio-economic development, the building of the Party and political system to meet the demands of the country’s reform period. Over the past one year, the NA has worked hard to improve its operational efficiency, while approving three laws and 45 resolutions which included many unprecedented regulations to ease difficulties facing people and businesses and promote socio-economic development in both short and long terms, the official said. He … [Read more...] about Efforts made to ensure highest efficiency of NA’s third session: Top legislator

He said that the session is taking place following the success of the fifth session of the N.A. Standing Committee, focusing on many important issues in the socio-economic development, the building of the Party and political system to meet the demands of the country’s reform period. Over the past one year, the N.A. has worked hard to improve its operational efficiency, while approving three laws and 45 resolutions which included many unprecedented regulations to ease difficulties facing people and businesses and promote socio-economic development in both short and long terms, the official said. He noted that so far, the country has seen positive progress in socio-economic development after putting the COVID-19 pandemic under good control, with fast economic recovery and expansion, normal education, social, cultural, healthcare and sports activities, ensured social welfare, security, defense, and expanded external relations. The N.A. leader said that the success of the 31st … [Read more...] about Efforts made to ensure highest efficiency of N.A.’s third session: Top legislator

Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh addresses the 15th NA's third session on May 23. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The targets set for 2022, including the growth target of 6-6.5 percent, remain a huge challenge given the domestic and international situation, Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh said at the third session of the 15th National Assembly in Hanoi on May 23. The Deputy PM reported that the macro economy has been maintained, major economic balances ensured, and inflation brought under control, with the consumer price index ( CPI ) in the first four months of this year up 2.1 percent. The monetary market and interest rates have also remained stable, he said, adding that the credit balance by the end of April has increased by 7.18 percent compared to late 2021. In the four-month period, State budget revenue hit 657.4 trillion VND (28.37 billion USD), equivalent to 46.6 percent of the estimate and up 15.4 percent year-on-year. Export turnover reached 122.4 … [Read more...] about Growth target of 6.5 percent remains big challenge: Deputy PM

Van Don – Mong Cai Highway under construction (Source: baoquangninh.com.vn) Quang Ninh (VNA) – The Van Don – Mong Cai highway, which is scheduled for completion and operation on June 30, aims to create favourable conditions for the northeastern province of Quang Ninh to make breakthrough developments and promote economic links in the region. Nguyen Tien Oanh, Director of the Executive Board of the highway project (the Tien Yen - Mong Cai section), said it has taken time to complete this section – which extends from Bach Dang bridge to the Mong Cai international border gate , because of difficulties caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and other reasons. However, the foundation of the sector has been basically completed and is entering the finishing stages, he said. According to representatives from the Ministry of Transport, the Van Don - Mong Cai highway, which is part of the Hanoi – Quang Ninh highway, plays a strategic role for the socio-economic development of Quang … [Read more...] about Van Don – Mong Cai highway: new launch pad for Quang Ninh’s economic growth

Besides, a sequence of events in the “One Commune, One Product” (OCOP) Vietnam Fruit and Product Festival will be opened at Tay Bac Square, Son La City, the Northern province of Son La on May 28, and will last until June 1. The OCOP Vietnam Fruit and Product Festival includes a conference to connect and promote mango and Son La-based agricultural products export and consumption, the “Road of Agricultural Products” exhibition, the cultural and culinary space of the mountainous areas, online fairs, agricultural and OCOP products trading on the e-commerce platforms, flowers and fruits carving contest and so on. On the occasion, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will attend a groundbreaking ceremony of the Moc Chau Milk Paradise project, an inauguration ceremony of the Moc Chau glass bridge; pay a visit to a model of typical agricultural production; survey the construction progress and investment of Doveco Son La fruit and vegetable processing complex, which is the largest fruit and … [Read more...] about Prime Minister to host dialogue with farmers on May 29

The Central Committee of the Việt Nam Farmers’ Union (VNFU) announced the 4th national dialogue between PM Phạm Minh Chính and farmers on Monday, which is planned for May 29. VNS Photo Tố Như HÀ NỘI — The fourth national dialogue between Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính and farmers, will take place on May 29 in the northern province of Sơn La, the Central Committee of the Việt Nam Farmers’ Union (VNFU) announced on Monday. About 500 people are expected to join the dialogue in person, including 300 outstanding farmers, representatives from agricultural co-operatives and companies, scientists and experts. The event will be broadcast to another 62 localities nationwide. VNFU Vice President Đinh Khắc Đính said that the dialogue was themed “Strengthening and supporting farmers; implement the vision of sustainable agricultural and rural development.” As of May 23, more than 1,600 questions, proposals and recommendations have been sent to the PM via channels, including the … [Read more...] about PM Chính to chair a national dialogue with farmers