The Vietnamese National Assembly and its historic decisions.

VTV.vn - Over the past nearly 80 years, the Vietnamese National Assembly has repeatedly made historic decisions that have marked important milestones in the country's development.

Over its nearly 80-year history, the Vietnamese National Assembly has left a profound mark in fulfilling its constitutionally mandated functions. At crucial historical moments, by deciding on major national issues, the National Assembly has created turning points, institutionalized the Party's policies, met the aspirations of voters and the people, and made significant contributions to the building and protection of the nation.

In 1990, the South and Central regions of Vietnam faced a severe electricity shortage, while the North had a surplus of capacity. In response to this situation, the Government submitted to the National Assembly the 500 kV North-South transmission line project – a plan that attracted both interest and skepticism. After the 9th National Assembly approved it, the project fundamentally resolved the electricity shortage and boosted growth: GDP increased from 5.1% in 1990 to 9.5% in 1995.

Ms. Nguyen Thi Hoai Thu , former Chairwoman of the National Assembly's Committee on Social Affairs, commented: "The National Assembly delegates debated intensely and finally voted to approve and allow the Government to build the 500 kV power line. This can be said to be the first time the National Assembly has decided on such a bold issue."

In another historic development, at its 9th session, the 15th National Assembly implemented the Party's policy on reorganizing administrative units: reducing the number of provinces and cities from 63 to 34; and simultaneously amending and supplementing several articles of the Constitution and the Law on Organization of Local Government. These decisions created the legal foundation for organizing a two-tiered local government model and demonstrated the National Assembly's thoroughness and timeliness in national governance.

Mr. Tran Hoang Ngan , a National Assembly representative from Ho Chi Minh City, said: "The specialized representatives or the Standing Committee of the National Assembly have coordinated with members of the Government to work even on Saturdays and Sundays to prepare the content as thoroughly as possible."

Mr. Duong Khac Mai , a National Assembly representative from Lam Dong province, expressed: “My emotions are overflowing; this is a historic moment for the Vietnamese National Assembly. Since the founding of the country, through many administrative unit reorganizations, this time is very special—a historic moment in the development of the nation.”

From examples like the 500 kV power line to administrative reorganization and many other momentous policy decisions, it is clear that making such historic decisions required the dedication, intelligence, and responsibility of generations of National Assembly representatives. This is also the source of strength that enables the National Assembly to fulfill its role as a bridge between the Party's will and the people's aspirations.

Mr. Ta Van Ha , Vice Chairman of the National Assembly's Committee on Culture and Social Affairs, emphasized: "The responsibility of a representative is to maintain close ties with the people and voters, listen to the pulse of life, and carefully select information to reflect and convey to the National Assembly in fulfilling its duties and functions."

The 80-year journey of the Vietnamese National Assembly is a journey of dedication, wisdom, and courage. The timely making of important decisions along that path affirms the role and mission of the National Assembly in realizing the goal of serving the people and building sustainable development for the nation's future.

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