Press release of 15th National Assembly’s first session
The 15th National Assembly convened its first session on July 20 following an opening ceremony broadcast live on channels of the Voice of Vietnam (VOV1), Vietnam Television (VTV), and NA Television.
Chairman of the 15th National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue, NA Vice Chairpersons, and members of the NA Standing Committee. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The 15th National Assemblyconvened its first session on July 20 following an opening ceremony broadcastlive on channels of the Voice of Vietnam (VOV1), Vietnam Television (VTV), andNA Television.
Following the opening remarks by Chairman of the 14th NAVuong Dinh Hue, Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong delivered a speech atthe session.
Tran Thanh Man, Vice Chairman of the 14th NA and deputy headof the National Election Council, then presented a report reviewing theelections of deputies to the 15th legislature and all-level People’s Councilsfor the 2021-2026 term.
Another report on the verification of the eligibility ofdeputies to the 15th NA was also presented.
In the afternoon, the legislator elected Chairman of the 15th NA by secretballots. They then voted to pass a resolution on the election ofthe NA Chairman. Hue, who was elected for the post, sworn in anddelivered aspeech.
The legislature then elected Vice Chairpersons andmembers of the 15th NA Standing Committee by secret ballots.
On July 21, lawmakers are set to conduct procedures toelect the NA General Secretary, the Chairperson of the EthnicCouncil, Chairpersons of the NA Committees, and the Auditor General of the StateAudit Office.
The NA will hear a proposal on and discuss the legislature’s 2022 supervisionprogramme, and a proposal on and deliberate the law and ordinance buildingprogramme for 2022. Adjustments to the 2021 law and ordinance building programme will also be tabled./.
Politiburo member and Chairman of the 14th National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue was elected as the Chairman of the 15th tenure during the first session of the 15th legislature in Hanoi on July 20.
Politiburo member and Chairman of the 14th National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue was elected as Chairman of the 15th tenure during the first session of the 15th legislature in Hanoi on July 20.
The 15th National Assembly elected Vice Chairmen and members of the Standing Committee of the legislative body in the afternoon of July 20, the first day of the first session of the 15th legislature.
Chairman of the National Assembly (NA) Vuong Dinh Hue chaired the first session of the 15th NA Standing Committee on July 20, in which Tran Thanh Man was assigned to continue assuming the position as NA Permanent Vice Chairman.
Party General Secretary To Lam called on the criminal police force to accelerate the application of science, technology, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation in criminal investigation tasks such as crime prevention, detection, tracking and verification, ensuring that no area remains out of their reach.
Many Koreans living, studying, and working in Hanoi see the upcoming state visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) by Party General Secretary To Lam as an opportunity to generate strong synergy in economic cooperation, people-to-people exchanges, and cultural understanding.
The achievements of the five decades of Vietnam–Angola cooperation provide a strong and enduring foundation, as well as momentum for the two sides to consolidate, expand, and bring their partnership into a new phase of development.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed that the emulation and commendation work is a vital driver, fostering patriotism, dedication, and collective momentum in the run-up to the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress, Party congresses at all levels, and the 14th National Party Congress.
Emphasising the need for sustainable, long-term collaboration, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man called on Japanese investors not only to bring in capital but also to share expertise and modern technology, especially in areas such as green transformation, the circular economy, and advanced corporate governance.
President Luong Cuong's activities during his state visit to Angola, the celebration of the financial sector's 80th traditional day, and the Foreign Ministry's flag-hoisting ceremony marking the 58th founding anniversary of ASEAN are among news highlights on August 8.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung praised the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ meaningful initiative, noting that the ASEAN Family Run was not only a sporting activity but also an opportunity for diplomats and their families to show unity, connection, and solidarity within the ASEAN family.
Politburo member, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 8 attended the first congress of the Party Organisation of Tay Ho ward of Hanoi for the 2025–2030 term, during which he called for fresh momentum to turn the ward into a model that takes the lead in all fields.
The size of the economy increased from over 5 billion USD in 1986 to over 476 billion USD by 2024, making Vietnam the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia and the 34th largest in the world.
The ASEAN flag-hoisting ceremony is observed by the 10 ASEAN member countries on August 8 every year, aiming to spread and promote the ASEAN identity and affirm the determination to unite and cooperate for the common aspiration of long-term peace and prosperity of Southeast Asian countries under the common roof of the ASEAN Community.
Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Cuong highlighted ASEAN’s nearly six decades of development, during which the region transformed from division to harmony, from confrontation to cooperation, and from poverty to dynamic growth, becoming a global bright spot for regional cooperation.
Thirty years ago, on July 28, 1995, Vietnam’s accession to ASEAN marked a historic strategic decision, opening a new chapter in the country’s integration process and beginning its strong rise.
Ambassador Vu Le Thai Hoang has outlined specific priorities and proposals for cooperation with the UNODA in preparation for the upcoming 11th Review Conference of the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
The Vietnamese Party leader's visit is therefore expected to mark a new stage in the development of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries, with a focus on such areas as digital transformation, supply chains, semiconductors, clean energy, and maritime security, Choe assessed.
At their meeting, which took place in the Angolan capital of Luanda on August 7 as part of State President Luong Cuong’s ongoing state visit to the African nation, the two officials also agreed to make full use of existing cooperation mechanisms, particularly the Vietnam – Angola Intergovernmental Committee, and step up exchanges of delegations at all levels.
President Luong Cuong's talks with his Angolan counterrpart João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, Vietnamese leader's receptions for a delegation from the Japan – Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance, and the Government's regular meeting for July are among news highlights on August 7 evening.
Over the past five decades, the Vietnam - Angola relationship has grown steadily, marked by political trust and close bonds between their Parties, States, Governments, and peoples, said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son.
President Luong Cuong called on the two countries to join hands to promote South – South cooperation, contribute to building a fair and equal global political and economic order, safeguard independence and sovereignty, and promote extensive and substantive international solidarity and cooperation.
President Luong Cuong called on the community to remain united, integrate well into local society, adhere to local laws, and continue contributing to both Angola’s development and Vietnam – Angola relations.
Vietnamese President Luong Cuong and Speaker of the National Assembly (NA) of Angola Carolina Cerqueira agreed to continue strengthening political trust, boost high-level delegation exchanges via all channels, including the parliamentary one, and create favourable legal conditions for bilateral cooperation.
Chairman of the 15th National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue, NA Vice Chairpersons, and members of the NA Standing Committee. (Photo: VNA) 
