During the opening of the 41st session of the National Assembly Standing Committee on January 6, Chairman Tran Thanh Man emphasized the importance of this first meeting of 2025.

He remarked on the celebratory atmosphere across the nation following Vietnam’s victory in the 2024 ASEAN Cup, describing it as an uplifting start to the year.

The committee’s agenda includes discussions on four draft laws: the Digital Technology Industry Law, the Revised Employment Law, the Advertising Law, and the Law on Standards and Technical Regulations. These are the first of ten laws to undergo review.

Additionally, the committee will deliberate on two resolutions regarding voter interactions and democratic practices within the National Assembly and local People’s Councils.

A significant focus will be preparations for the 9th extraordinary session in February, where lawmakers will address legal reforms related to government reorganization.

NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man underscored that this session would not adhere to time constraints but would instead prioritize completing the necessary legislative revisions.

Major legislative overhaul

The Chairman outlined the extensive work required in revising key legislation, including the Law on Promulgation of Legal Documents, the Law on the Organization of the National Assembly, the Law on the Organization of the Government, the Law on Local Government Organization, and approximately 300 laws related to administrative structure.

The Ministry of Justice has identified 4,922 relevant legal documents, including decrees and circulars, that will require adjustments. As a result, the National Assembly Standing Committee will convene multiple sessions before and after the Lunar New Year to prepare for the extraordinary meeting.

Chairman Tran Thanh Man emphasized the importance of all stakeholders being actively involved throughout the drafting process. He urged ministries and drafting committees to take full responsibility for ensuring the durability of proposed laws.

He also highlighted the need for early and thorough preparation of legislative materials, allowing adequate time for representatives to study and discuss them.

The Chairman noted the Politburo’s Resolution 57, issued on December 22, 2024, which focuses on breakthroughs in science, technology, and digital transformation. A national conference on this topic is scheduled for January 13, where the Standing Committee will present a specialized report.

Thu Hang