Aipa

Former Chairman of Việt Nam National Assembly, Chairman of AIPA-31 Nguyễn Phú Trọng receives delegates from AIPA member countries, AIPA special observers and observers to the conference on empowering female legislation in lawmaking processes held in Việt Nam in 2010. — VNA/VNS Photo Trí Dũng … [Read more...] about Việt Nam’s National Assembly made significant contributions to AIPA’s development

Together with ASEAN, AIPA has made significant contributions to regional connectivity and cooperation for mutual development of the ASEAN member states. In a bid to consolidate solidarity within the ASEAN bloc, AIPA and parliaments of member countries will work closely with governments of the ASEAN nations to seek measures to build the ASEAN Community, as well as promote the central role of ASEAN in maintaining regional peace and stability. … [Read more...] about AIPA-41: AIPA exerting efforts to contribute to regional connectivity

Jakarta (VNA) – Speaker of the Legislative Council of Brunei Pehin Abdul Rahman Taib has appreciated the Vietnamese National Assembly’s dedication and steadfast commitment in making it possible to convene the 41st ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly’s General Assembly (AIPA-41) this year. The virtual meeting is the first of its kind to be held in the history of the AIPA General Assembly due to COVID-19, he told the event’s first plenary session on September 8 morning. The theme of the 41st AIPA General Assembly this year, “Parliamentary Diplomacy for Cohesive and Responsive ASEAN”, is relevant in the current context as the region faces unprecedented challenges in adapting to the new norm, he said. “The theme further emphasises the role of national parliaments of ASEAN as the voice of the people and the need to stand in solidarity and to respond swiftly to pressing issues, in accordance with the international laws.” “The global … [Read more...] about Brunei praises Vietnam’s NA for making AIPA-41 possible

Party General Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong addresses the meeting online, saying ASEAN must be built toward a strong, cohesive, internationally recognized, people-oriented, people-centred and resilient community. In her opening speech, Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan, Chairwoman of the Vietnam National Assembly, AIPA 2020 chair and AIPA-41 chair, notes the organisation of the General Assembly indicates the individual parliaments’ determination and efforts to stand in unity with their governments to overcome challenges together. Taking the floor, Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc encourages a stronger dialogue mechanism to promote the successful implementation of the ASEAN Community Blueprint based on all three pillars: the ASEAN Political-Security Community, the ASEAN Economic Community and the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community. This is the first time in history that an AIPA has been held virtually due to the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. … [Read more...] about AIPA-41 opening ceremony in photos

She added that upholding its chairmanship, Việt Nam has suggested the establishment of a mechanism of young parliamentarians’ meetings to promote youth people's role, while boosting links between AIPA activities and those of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in association with the implementation of the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development … [Read more...] about Việt Nam’s preparation for AIPA 41 wins trust : AIPA Secretary-General