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NA Standing Committee approves judicial amendments, debates education access

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee on June 24 afternoon approved in principle an ordinance amending and supplementing several provisions of six ordinances relating to the jurisdiction of the People’s Courts and relevant agencies.

National Assembly adopts law relating to organisation of people’s procuracies

The newly adopted law stipulates that the people’s procuracy system comprises the Supreme People’s Procuracy; people’s procuracies at the provincial and municipal level; regional people’s procuracies; and military procuracies at all levels.

Legislators adopt revised Law on Cadres and Civil Servants

The amended law will take effect on July 1, 2025, except for provisions on civil servant evaluation in Section 3, Chapter IV, which will be implemented from January 1, 2026.

Vietnam eases citizenship rules for foreign experts, returning nationals

Vietnam’s National Assembly has approved an amendment to the Nationality Law, easing citizenship procedures for foreign investors, scientists, and former Vietnamese nationals seeking to regain their nationality.

Vietnam opens government leadership to private sector talent

Vietnam's new law allows outsiders to take government leadership roles and earn performance-based pay.

Mechanisms for settling legislation-caused hindrances under discussion

Lawmakers are scrutinising a draft National Assembly resolution on mechanisms for settling difficulties and hindrances caused by legal regulations on June 23 morning.

NA set to vote on dozens of legislative packages in final week of 9th session

Lawmakers are set to vote on revisions and amendments to a broad spectrum of legal frameworks and impactful resolutions during the final week of the 15th NA's 9th session.

No safe zones in fight against counterfeit goods, warns Deputy PM

Standing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh reaffirmed the government’s commitment to fighting smuggling, trade fraud, and counterfeit goods, vowing a tough, non-compromising approach: “zero tolerance and no safe zones.”

National Assembly ends Q&A with strong ministerial performance

The Finance Minister was well-prepared and addressed questions directly, while the Minister of Education and Training provided generally comprehensive answers, acknowledged existing limitations, and committed to solutions moving forward.

School violence will end when adults stop fighting, says education minister

At this morning's National Assembly session, Minister of Education and Training Nguyen Kim Son was questioned on various issues, with school violence - particularly online - drawing widespread attention and debate.

Repurpose surplus office space for smart parking, charging stations: NA deputies

National Assembly Deputy Nguyen Van Canh from Binh Dinh province proposed reusing surplus offices as public or smart parking spaces, charging stations, or mini-libraries after the administrative merger of provinces and cities.

SBV Governor calls for overhaul of FDI attraction strategy

At a Q&A session of the 15th National Assembly’s 9th session on June 19 morning, Hong cleared up several topics related to growth drivers and outlined solutions to ensure both high and sustainable growth.

Education minister defends tutoring policy amid concerns

Lawmakers say Circular 29 falls short in practice, creating challenges for schools and families.

Finance Minister champions business role in state governance

Finance Minister proposes reforms to elevate business voices in governance.

Vietnam education minister: Private tutoring needs broader solutions

Education Minister Nguyen Kim Son acknowledged during a National Assembly session that managing private tutoring remains a complex matter with wide social ramifications.

Vietnam minister: No railway project will be sold to foreign investors

The Minister of Construction has firmly asserted that private investors participating in railway development projects will never be allowed to sell such projects to foreign parties.

Why funds go unused despite availability, finance minister explains

Finance Minister Nguyen Van Thang addressed Parliament, highlighting that public investment disbursement has improved after five months. New legislation aims to enhance decentralization and empower local governance.

Finance ministry pledges support for households as tax rules change

Millions of household businesses are more concerned about tax procedures and calculations than the obligation to pay, according to Finance Minister Nguyen Van Thang during a parliamentary Q&A.

Vietnam passes law requiring barcoded traceability for high-risk goods

From January 2026, all products must provide accessible digital traceability data, aiming to strengthen consumer trust and prevent fraud.

Disparities in free-trade zone incentives can lead to uneven development

Hai Phong plans to establish a 6,470 hectare free trade zone (FTZ), offering outstanding investment incentives such as exemptions from land rents and specialized inspections for qualified goods.