NA Chairman outlines key tasks for second half

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man chaired a meeting in Hanoi on July 12 to review the performance of the legislature, its Vice Chairpersons, Office, and affiliated agencies in the first half of this year and to set the stage for a productive second half.

NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man speaks at the meeting (Photo: VNA)
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man speaks at the meeting (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi (VNA) – National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man chaired a meeting in Hanoi on July 12 to review the performance of the legislature, its Vice Chairpersons, Office, and affiliated agencies in the first half of this year and to set the stage for a productive second half.

He highlighted the significant achievements of the NA and its Standing Committee, attributing the country’s progress to their dedicated efforts and strategic guidance.

Looking ahead, he outlined the primary objectives for the latter half of the year. Central to these goals is the preparation for the 15th NA’s 8th session scheduled to commence on October 21. Additional priorities include holding the sixth conference of full-time lawmakers, ensuring the successful execution of the NA Delegation Party's agenda for Q3, and meticulously preparing for the 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th meetings of the NA Standing Committee.

He called for implementing the contents of the 2024 Law and Ordinance Building Programme, with a focus on both timeliness and quality. Key legislative tasks include amending 11 draft laws for the NA’s approval during its 8th session and providing initial opinions on 12 additional bills and draft laws, all integral to the 2024 Law and Ordinance Building Programme.

Relevant agencies were assigned to thoroughly prepare for parliamentary oversight and legal forums, and effectively carry out the 2024 NA programme on external activities.

Man also called on the NA Ethnic Council and NA committees to adhere to their working regulations and those of the NA Standing Committee, striving to accomplish assigned tasks./.

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