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16th NA
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First extraordinary session of 16th National Assembly to open on August 3
During the 16th National Assembly (NA)’s first extraordinary session, lawmakers will consider and decide on 33 agenda items, including the passage of 15 draft laws and four draft normative resolutions, provide first opinions on seven other bills, and deliberate on seven major national issues.
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NA, Government members discuss preparations for 16th NA’s first extraordinary session
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man acknowledged the tight timetable but stressed that meeting deadlines must not come at the expense of legislative quality.
16th National Assembly set to become development-enabling parliament: top legislator
According to the top legislator, the NA has in recent years significantly reformed its legislative approach by ensuring that laws regulate only matters falling within the legislature’s authority, while more detailed provisions are delegated to the Government and ministries to improve flexibility and responsiveness.
Conference mulls over legislative roadmap for 16th NA’s term
Lawmakers map out preparations for 16th NA’s second sitting
NA Standing Committee convenes second session
Standing Committee to discuss preparations for NA’s second session
16th NA’s first session lays solid foundation for new legislative term
Apr 24, 2026 22:44
Speaking at a press briefing organised after the closing ceremony of the session, Vice Chairman of the NA Office Nguyen Van Hien noted that the session was conducted in a scientific, reform-oriented and highly responsible manner, contributing to laying an important institutional and personnel foundation for the 16th NA term.
16th NA wraps up first session, completing key leadership appointments, legislative agenda
Apr 24, 2026 20:33
During the session, the NA passed nine laws and 31 resolutions, many of which received unanimous approval from all deputies present. The newly adopted policies aim to remove bottlenecks, respond promptly to practical needs, promote decentralisation alongside clearer accountability and introduce specific mechanisms to tackle stalled projects and unlock resources for socio-economic development.
Photo book on 16th National Assembly, 2026–2031 elections launched
Apr 24, 2026 20:33
The VNA Publishing House was tasked with compiling the photo book, which comprehensively portrays preparations, organisation and the successful conduct of the elections, followed by the NA’s first session. Editors, experts and designers worked intensively to complete the book in time for its release on the closing day of the session.
Final working day of 16th National Assembly’s 1st session
Apr 24, 2026 20:32
The resolutions include those on the approval of the final settlement of the 2024 State budget, and on the NA’s supervision programme for 2027 and on the establishment of the NA’s thematic supervision delegation for 2027, the NA resolution on the development of Vietnamese culture and another on piloting the public lawyer system, the resolution on the establishment of Dong Nai city as a centrally governed city, and the NA resolution on special mechanisms and policies to handle land law violations committed by organisations and individuals before the 2024 Land Law took effect, along with solutions to continue removing obstacles for long-delayed and outstanding projects.
NA to discuss proposal to establish centrally-run Dong Nai city
Apr 22, 2026 17:38
According to a Government report, Dong Nai has effectively leveraged its strategic location, historical traditions, and strengths in national defence, security, culture, and society to emerge as one of the country’s leading economic localities. The province serves as a key hub linking major development corridors and Ho Chi Minh City with the Central Highlands, the south-central coastal region, and the Mekong Delta region.
National Assembly extends first session by half a day
Apr 21, 2026 19:51
A total of 462 out of 466 deputies present voted in favour, equivalent to 99.14%.
16th NA reviews amendments to four tax-related laws on April 21
Apr 21, 2026 19:49
Lawmakers are expected to discuss the supplementary assessment of the implementation of the 2025 socio-economic development plan and state budget, as well as performance in the early months of 2026. They will also review the five-year socio-economic development plan for 2026–2030, thrift practices and anti-wastefulness efforts in 2025, and progress in achieving national gender equality targets. The session is broadcast live on radio and television, enabling voters and the public to follow proceedings.
NA deputies propose higher base salary to boost public-sector motivation
Apr 21, 2026 08:48
A deputy of Vinh Long province stressed that adjusting the base salary is not merely a technical step but a decisive factor affecting income, motivation and the overall quality of the public workforce.
Lawmakers suggest groundbreaking mechanisms to revive Vietnamese culture
Apr 20, 2026 23:26
The draft resolution seeks to lure more investment into cultural industries, aiming for the sector to contribute 7% to GDP by 2030 and 9% by 2045. It also sets ambitious goals of ranking Vietnam among the top three countries in Southeast Asia and the global top 30 for national soft power.
Pathways to double-digit growth to be tabled at 16th NA’s first session
Apr 20, 2026 23:25
In the morning sitting on April 20, deputies are expected to hear proposals and verification reports on a range of draft resolutions. The documents cover breakthrough mechanisms and policies for the development of Vietnamese culture; the establishment of Dong Nai as a centrally run city; a pilot framework for public lawyer institution; and special mechanisms to address land law violations committed prior to the 2024 Land Law taking effect, alongside measures to resolve long-delayed and stalled projects.
Draft law proposes flexible tax thresholds, extended incentives for EVs
Apr 20, 2026 23:25
Presenting the Government’s proposal, Minister of Finance Ngo Van Tuan said the draft law proposes not to stipulate specific revenue thresholds for exemption from personal income tax or value-added tax for household and individual businesses in the law, instead assigning the Government to set these thresholds.
OP-ED: Personnel consolidation – A lever to elevate national governance, development
Apr 13, 2026 15:38
The personnel consolidation at all levels has been carried out in a methodical and rigorous manner, choosing personnel with firm political mettle, strong ethical qualities, and outstanding capabilities who have been tested through practical experience and are well-equipped to meet the requirements of the new context.
NA adopts tax resolution on petrol, oil, aviation fuel
Apr 12, 2026 20:59
The resolution introducing key provisions on environmental protection tax, value-added tax and excise tax applicable to petrol, oil and aviation fuel passed by the National Assembly on April 12 takes effect from April 16, 2026, to June 30, 2026.
National Assembly Chairman hands over decisions on personnel affairs
Apr 10, 2026 22:30
Politburo member, Secretary of the National Assembly (NA) Party Committee and NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the importance of strengthening the contingent of officials and Party members with firm political mettle, strong moral integrity and professional competence; promoting innovation in working methods; and advancing digital transformation and the application of artificial intelligence to enhance transparency, efficiency and effectiveness.
Lawmakers to examine social-economic issues, fuel taxes on April 10
Apr 10, 2026 22:29
A draft resolution on some regulations regarding environmental protection tax, value-added tax, and excise tax on petrol, oil, and aviation fuel is among those high on the agenda on April 10.
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