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2026 Vietnam Law Day marks 80 years of constitutional tradition: Deputy PM
Deputy Prime Minister Le Tien Chau, who is also Chairman of the council, said this year’s event holds special political and legal significance as it marks 80 years of constitutional tradition, a reaffirmation of the people’s right to mastery and a pledge to build and perfect Vietnam’s socialist rule-of-law State.
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NA President attends inauguration of projects at Tan Trao special national historical site
The 9.2-kilometre Tan Trao–Trung Yen revolutionary road was built with a total investment of 300 billion VND (12.7 million USD) from the central budget. Construction began in December 2025 and was completed in less than 11 months despite extremely challenging conditions.
Respect for the Constitution and law - A driver of national development
Vietnam Law Day 2026 is an occasion to raise awareness and responsibility for respecting the Constitution and law throughout the entire political system and society.
Tourism development linked to higher incomes for local residents
Maximizing investment efficiency across 3 expressways
Tourism development incentives must be truly distinctive and exceptional
NA President calls for building dignified, strong and progressive Vietnam Buddhist Sangha
Vietnam, Australia step up parliamentary cooperation to deepen bilateral ties
Nov 07, 2026 13:44
To deepen bilateral ties as well as relations between the two legislative bodies, Vietnam and Australia should step up the exchange of experience in lawmaking on issues of mutual interest, through online meetings or in-person visits by the parliamentary friendship groups of the two countries.
Finalizing marine spatial management mechanisms and balancing competing interests
Nov 06, 2026 22:14
National Assembly deputies have called for clearer mechanisms to coordinate marine spatial management, protect coastal communities’ livelihoods and safeguard the public’s right of access to the sea as they discussed amendments to the Law on Marine Resources and Environment of Seas and Islands on November 6.
Profound lessons on the People’s right to exercise power
Nov 06, 2026 22:14
Marking the 80th anniversary of the National Assembly’s adoption of Vietnam’s first Constitution (November 6, 1946 – November 6, 2026), Deputy Chairman of the National Assembly’s Committee on Science, Technology and Environment Do Duc Hong Ha said that behind the steadfast constitution-making efforts of previous generations lie profound lessons about the people’s genuine right to exercise power, as well as the “imperatives for action” set out by General Secretary of the Party Central Committee and State President To Lam for the country’s new stage of development.
NA President honours veteran Party members with 80-year membership badges
Nov 06, 2026 22:13
Politburo Member and National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man presented 80-year Party membership badges to veteran Party members in Ho Chi Minh City on the afternoon of November 6, as assigned by the Politburo.
Top leader's address marking 80 years of Vietnam’s first Constitution
Nov 06, 2026 20:20
Editorial Note: On the morning of November 6, the National Assembly solemnly held a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the adoption of Vietnam’s first Constitution (November 9, 1946 – November 9, 2026). The People’s Deputies Newspaper respectfully presents the full text of the address delivered by General Secretary and State President To Lam at the ceremony.
Message from the 1946 Constitution: Building a state capable of action and accountable to the People
Nov 06, 2026 20:20
Eighty years on, the enduring message of the 1946 Constitution is not merely that state power belongs to the People, but also that such power must be organised, controlled and exercised for the benefit of human beings. The constitutionalist principles embodied in the 1946 Constitution continue to offer valuable guidance for institutional reform today: building a State capable of effective action while operating within the framework of the Constitution and the law, subject to public oversight and accountable to the People.
The 1946 Constitution and the National Assembly’s mission today
Nov 06, 2026 20:19
Eighty years ago, the First National Assembly adopted the first Constitution of Vietnam, laying the constitutional foundation for the new Vietnamese State. The democratic spirit and visionary state-building approach embodied in this historic milestone continue to offer important guidance for the National Assembly today: renewing legislative thinking, improving institutions and creating a foundation for the country’s development in a new era.
Top leader calls for strict enforcement of Constitution, preparation for comprehensive amendments
Nov 06, 2026 13:41
Party General Secretary and President To Lam stressed that all lawmaking, state organisational and state power-exercising activities must comply with the Constitution, and all agencies and officials vested with authority must operate within the framework of the Constitution and the law and be held accountable for the performance of their assigned duties and powers.
From the spirit of the 1946 Constitution to a state that shapes the future
Nov 06, 2026 13:41
On the morning of November 6, at the National Assembly House, as part of a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the National Assembly of Vietnam's adoption of the country's first Constitution (November 9, 1946 – November 9, 2026), General Secretary and State President To Lam delivered a speech conveying profound messages. Reaffirming the enduring values of the 1946 Constitution, his address highlighted the need to continue building a socialist rule-of-law state that is clean, capable of taking action, exercises effective checks on power, and creates long-term development opportunities for the country.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man's speech marking 80 years of Vietnam's first Constitution
Nov 06, 2026 13:41
Editor's Note: On the morning of November 6, the National Assembly solemnly held a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the National Assembly of Vietnam's adoption of the country's first Constitution (November 9, 1946 – November 9, 2026). The People's Deputies Newspaper respectfully presents the full text of the speech delivered by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man at the ceremony.
Amendments considered for rules on income, non-agricultural land use taxes
Nov 06, 2026 13:40
The draft law incorporates provisions on corporate and personal income tax exemptions for income generated from providing catering services for educational institutions and medical establishments, cases of non-agricultural land use tax exemption for educational institutions, and non-agricultural land use tax exemption for ethnic minorities.
Female lawmakers urged to strengthen legislative role, stay close to voters
Nov 05, 2026 21:27
Established under Resolution No. 273/NQ-UBTVQH16 issued by the NA Standing Committee on May 26, 2026, the group has 150 members. Its standing board has nine members, including one chairwoman, seven vice chairwomen and one member serving as secretary.
Lao NA President concludes official visit to Vietnam
Nov 05, 2026 21:26
During the visit, NA President Sonexay Siphandone and the Lao delegation attended a session of the second sitting of Vietnam's 16th National Assembly.
1946 Constitution remains cornerstone of Vietnam’s legal system: NA deputies
Nov 05, 2026 21:24
Looking back on the 80-year journey since the country’s first Constitution was adopted, deputy Trinh Ngoc Phuong from Tay Ninh province said the 1946 Constitution has served as a thread connecting different periods of the country’s constitutional development. Although constitutional provisions had evolved to meet practical requirements, its core value of serving the people remained unchanged.
Lawmakers push sharper rules for infrastructure critical to national security
Nov 05, 2026 16:47
The draft law on protection of infrastructure related to national security should spell out core conditions, including the level of impact on national security, the risk of disrupting essential operations and the need for special protection. He said the Government should set detailed technical criteria, said a deputy from Lam Dong province.
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