HÀ NỘI, Vietnam — The National Assembly convened on Saturday for its ninth session, focusing on a range of legislative proposals, including amendments to the Law on Vietnamese Nationality and the State Budget. This session continues the Assembly’s commitment to addressing significant legal reforms vital for the country’s progress.
In a notable discussion, Party General Secretary Tô Lâm highlighted the persistent institutional bottlenecks affecting national development. He argued that reforming legal structures is essential for progress, emphasizing that current legislative initiatives are still in their nascent stages. Recent sessions, he noted, have increasingly prioritized legislative work critical to the nation’s advancement.
Lâm emphasized the importance of legislation that encourages public participation and innovation, while also providing a long-term vision for development—an area he described as having been overlooked. He referenced Resolution No. 66-NQ/TW, which focuses on reforming legal development to meet the evolving needs of the country, aiming for a legal framework that is coherent, practical, and transparent.
He articulated the need for an intellectual shift in legislative strategies, moving from a management mindset to one that supports and enables development. Lâm stressed that lawmaking should anticipate societal changes, with an emphasis on clarity, practical relevance, and adaptability.
Additionally, he underlined the necessity for strict and fair law enforcement that guarantees transparency and ease of compliance for all citizens and businesses. Laws, he stated, must serve the broader public interest rather than the specific needs of certain groups, promoting accountability and decentralization to foster fairness and eliminate corrupt practices.
As part of ongoing initiatives, Lâm mentioned a national conference planned for May 18 to further discuss and implement key resolutions on legal reform and private sector development. This gathering will also address earlier resolutions focusing on science, technology, digital transformation, and international integration.
In discussing proposed amendments to the Law on Vietnamese Nationality, Lâm argued that the law should embody national pride and unity while recognizing the contributions of individuals, including foreigners. He stressed the importance of closing legal loopholes to safeguard against abuses like identity fraud.
Lawmakers generally concurred that the revisions to the Law on Vietnamese Nationality are crucial. They are intended to facilitate overseas Vietnamese in reclaiming citizenship rights, although some voiced concerns over the absence of provisions for special naturalization cases. The government’s intention to amend policies aims to streamline the re-acquisition of nationality and simplify processes for overseas Vietnamese and foreign nationals looking to invest and contribute to the country’s growth.
This legislative focus signals a commitment to enhancing national identity while fostering an environment that encourages investment and innovation from both domestic and international communities.
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