The first session of the 16th National Assembly (NA) officially convened in Hanoi on Monday.
In his opening remarks, NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man highlighted Vietnam’s achievements after four decades of renewal, noting sustained economic growth and expanding global standing. The country’s economy has reached a scale of $514 billion, ranking 32nd in the world.
Average growth over the past five years stood at 6.2% annually, with a notable 8.02% recorded in 2025. Per capita income rose to $5,026.
Chairman Man stressed that deputies of the 16th legislature must build on these achievements, demonstrating strong responsibility, political steadfastness, and modern governance thinking. Lawmakers, he said, should engage in objective and constructive debate, while strengthening legislative skills, long-term vision, and the capacity to address emerging issues to ensure laws are effective in practice.
The NA Chairman also outlined key agenda items for the session. These include a keynote address by Party General Secretary To Lam, setting strategic directions for the Assembly’s future activities; reports on election results and verification of deputies’ qualifications; and a review of voter petitions submitted during the 10th session of the 15th National Assembly.
A central focus of the session will be decisions on the organizational structure of the state apparatus, as well as the election and approval of senior personnel — matters considered critical to effective governance throughout the term.
The legislature will also review socio-economic and financial reports, assess performance in 2025 and early 2026, and propose practical solutions to address rapidly evolving global challenges, including the impact of tensions in the Middle East.
In addition, the NA is expected to approve the 2024 state budget settlement and adopt five-year plans for 2026–2030, covering socio-economic development, national finance, public debt, and medium-term public investment.
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