As the National Assembly considers amending the Law on Special Consumption Tax in the second phase of its 9th session starting June 11, experts have called for a robust increase in tobacco taxes as the most effective measure to protect public health and reduce long-term harm, particularly among younger generations.

VOV.VN - The Standing Committee of the National Assembly passed the revised Ordinance on Population on June 3, abolishing the regulation that limited each couple to having only one or two children.

VOV.VN - The National Assembly Standing Committee opened its 46th session in Hanoi on June 3, focusing on legislation debates to prepare for the second phase of the ongoing National Assembly sitting.

Concluding after 22 days of deliberations, the first phase of the 15th National Assembly (NA)’s ninth session has achieved notable milestones, delivering outcomes of historic importance.

The National Assembly (NA) continues its 9th session on May 29 by discussing a draft Law on amendments and supplements to several articles of the Law on Credit Institutions, and a draft resolution on a pilot initiative for the People’s Procuracy to file civil lawsuits to protect the civil rights of vulnerable groups.

Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man met with French President Emmanuel Macron on May 26 afternoon as part of the latter’s ongoing state visit to Vietnam.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on May 22 requested the establishment of an international financial centre in Vietnam with a transparent and open legal environment, modern and seamless infrastructure that meets development needs and aligns with global trends and Vietnam's specific conditions.

VOV.VN - Minister of Public Security Luong Tam Quang, on behalf of the Government, presented a draft law on amendments to the Penal Code at the ongoing National Assembly session in Hanoi on May 20, proposing the removal of the death penalty for several crimes.

VOV.VN - On May 20, the Government submitted to the National Assembly a draft resolution on piloting a number of special mechanisms and policies to promote social housing projects.

VOV.VN - With a majority of votes in favour (91.21%), the National Assembly on May 17 approved a resolution to adjust and supplement the 2025 State budget estimate, including the allocation of VND6,623 billion for tuition fee exemption.