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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.

Lawmakers urge stronger incentives to boost railway sector

The 15th National Assembly (NA) deliberated the draft revised Railway Law at its 9th session on June 18, with the majority of lawmakers stressing that the law is essential to institutionalise the Party’s guidelines and the State's policies.

National Assembly kicks off hearing session on June 19

Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.

Fake drugs exist on the market, not in hospitals, says Health Minister

Health Minister Dao Hong Lan affirmed that through competitive bidding, all medications supplied to hospitals must have verified origins. Therefore, while counterfeit drugs may exist in the marketplace, they are not present in hospitals.

Vietnam to repurpose surplus public assets for essential social services

“Surplus public assets following local government restructuring will be prioritized for educational and healthcare institutions,” said Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang in his address to the National Assembly on June 18.

Defense Minister highlights sacrifices of female peacekeepers

At a National Assembly session, Defense Minister Phan Van Giang acknowledged the extraordinary challenges and contributions of Vietnam's female UN peacekeepers.

Vietnam to unify railway project mechanisms under revised law

Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh emphasized that the revision of the Railway Law aims to consolidate all special mechanisms for railway development projects into a single, unified legal foundation.

Vietnam to reduce VAT to 8% and introduce new business ownership rules

Starting from July 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026, the value-added tax (VAT) rate will be reduced to 8% for specific goods and services as outlined in Clause 3, Article 9 of the Law on VAT.

Vietnam aims to attract private investment in railway industry

The National Assembly's Science, Technology and Environment Committee has urged the drafting agency to seek higher-level approval for special mechanisms and policies outlined in the amended draft of the Railway Law.