NATIONAL ECONOMICS UNIVERSITY

FACULTY OF MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS

GROUP ASSIGNMENT – GROUP 1

FUNDAMENTALS OF LAWS

THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY OF SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

Hoang Viet Anh 11230416

Tran Anh Duc 11230437
Nguyen Dinh Hung 11230447
Hoang Quoc Thien 11230495
Class Actuary 65B
Supervisor PhD. Tran Thi Hong Nhung

Hanoi, April 2024

 TABLE OF CONTENTS

I Introduction...........................................................................................................................3
1. History.............................................................................................................................3
2. Current information...................................................................................................3
3. Legal basis..................................................................................................................4
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II. Position of the National Assembly within the Legal System...................................................4
1. Position...........................................................................................................................4
III. Function of National Assembly............................................................................................4
1. The Legislative Function...............................................................................................4
1.1 Making and amending the Constitution..................................................................4
1.2. Making and amending laws....................................................................................5
2. Decision on important...................................................................................................5
2.1: social-economic issues.........................................................................................5
2.2: Election of positions in the state apparatus.........................................................5
2.3: Approval of positions in the state apparatus........................................................6
2.4: Relief of duty, removal from office, approval of proposals on relief of duty or
dismissal of holders of positions elected or approved by the National Assembly..6
2.5: Decision on establishment and abolition of agencies; establishment,
dissolution, consolidation, separation and adjustment of administrative
boundaries.......................................................................................................................7
2.6. Decision on general amnesty.................................................................................7
2.7. Holding referenda....................................................................................................7
2.8. Approval of and decision on accession to or withdrawal from treaties.............7
3. The supervision function...............................................................................................7
IV ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE...................................................................................9
1. The standing committee................................................................................................9
1.1. Position.....................................................................................................................9
1.2. Function....................................................................................................................9
1.3. Organizational Structure.........................................................................................9
1.4 Term...........................................................................................................................9
1.5. Agencies of the standing committee of the National Assembly.........................9
1.5.1. Formation..............................................................................................................9

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 1.5.2: Structure..............................................................................................................10
1.6. Other responsibilities............................................................................................10
2. Council on ethnic minorities and committees of the National Assembly...............11
2.1. Position and Function...........................................................................................11
2.2. Working principles, term of office and reporting responsibility.......................11
2.3. Organizational Structure.......................................................................................12
2.4. Tasks and powers..................................................................................................12
2.4.1.The Ethnic Council..............................................................................................12
2.4.2. Committees of the National Assembly.............................................................13
2.4.3. Responsibilities of The Ethnic Council and Committees of the National
Assembly.......................................................................................................................13
2.5. Ad-hoc Committee.................................................................................................13
2.5.1. Establishment of an Ad-hoc Committee...........................................................13
2.5.2. Organizational structure, tasks and powers of an Ad-hoc Committee.........14
3. Secretary general, office of the National Assembly..................................................14
3.1. Secretary general of the National Assembly.......................................................14
3.1.1.Position and Function.........................................................................................14
3.1.2. Formation............................................................................................................15
3.2. Office of the National Assembly...........................................................................15
3.2.1.Position and Function.........................................................................................15
3.2.2. Term.....................................................................................................................16
3.2.3. Formation............................................................................................................16
4. Other agencies..............................................................................................................16
5. The chairman and the vice chairman of the National Assembly.............................16
5.1. Tasks and powers of Chairpersons of the National Assembly.........................16
5.2. Tasks and powers of Vice Chairpersons of the National Assembly.................17
6. Deputies........................................................................................................................17
6.1. Position and role of National Assembly deputies..............................................17
6.2. Criteria of National Assembly deputies...............................................................17
6.3. Number of National Assembly deputies..............................................................18
6.4. Term of office of National Assembly deputies....................................................18
V: COMPARISON WITH THE BRITISH PARLIAMENT....................................................18
VI: Conclusion........................................................................................................................20

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I Introduction

1. History

The Vietnamese National Assembly traces its roots to the establishment of the Democratic
Republic of Vietnam in 1945, following the end of World War II. Modeled after the Soviet
system, it was initially formed as the National Congress of Vietnam. In 1946, it was renamed
the National Assembly, serving as the country's highest legislative body. Throughout its
history, the National Assembly has undergone various changes, reflecting shifts in Vietnam's
political landscape, but it remains a central institution in Vietnamese governance.

2. Current information

Today, the Vietnamese National Assembly continues to play a pivotal role in the country's
political system. It serves as the highest representative body, responsible for enacting laws,
overseeing government operations, and representing the interests of the Vietnamese people.
With its members elected through a combination of direct and indirect elections, the National
Assembly reflects the diversity of Vietnam's population and is tasked with ensuring
transparency, accountability, and socio-economic development. As Vietnam progresses and
faces new challenges, the National Assembly adapts to meet the evolving needs of its
citizens, striving to uphold the principles of socialism, democracy, and national unity.

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II. Position of the National Assembly within the Legal System

 The National Assembly serves as the highest representative body of the people and
the supreme state power institution in Vietnam.
 Its primary roles include exercising constitutional and legislative powers, making
decisions on crucial national matters, and overseeing state activities.

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1. Position

The National Assembly is the highest representative body of the People and the highest state
power body of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam2.
III. Function of National Assembly

1. The Legislative Function

1.1 Making and amending the Constitution 3

The President, the Standing Committee of the National Assembly, the Government or at least
one-third of the total number of National Assembly deputies may propose the National
Assembly to consider and make a decision on making or amending the Constitution. The
National Assembly shall decide to make or amend the Constitution when at least two thirds
of the total number of National Assembly deputies vote for it.

The National Assembly shall set up the Constitution Drafting Committee. The membership,
number of members, tasks and powers of the Constitution Drafting Committee shall be
decided by the National Assembly at the proposal of the Standing Committee of the National
Assembly.

The Constitution Drafting Committee shall draft the Constitution, collect public opinions
about the draft Constitution and submit it to the National Assembly.

The Constitution shall be passed by the National Assembly when at least two-thirds of the
total number of National Assembly deputies vote for it. The National Assembly shall hold a
referendum on the Constitution in the case prescribed in Clause 1, Article 19 of this Law.

1.2. Making and amending laws4

The National Assembly shall decide on legislative programs at the proposal of the Standing
Committee of the National Assembly.

Before being submitted to the National Assembly, bills shall be verified by the Ethnic
Council or Committees of the National Assembly and commented by the Standing
Committee of the National Assembly.

The National Assembly shall discuss, consider and pass a bill into a law at one or several of
its sessions, depending on the contents of the bill.

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2. Decision on important

2.1: social-economic issues

The National Assembly shall decide on the country’s long-term and annual fundamental
goals, targets, policies and tasks for socio-economic development; and on investment policy
for national target programs and national important projects.

The National Assembly shall decide on fundamental national financial and monetary policies;
impose, amend or abolish taxes; decide on the division of revenues and expenditures between
central and local budgets; decide on safety limits for national, public and government debts;
decide on state budget estimates and the allocation of the central budget; and approve the
final accounts of the state budget.

The National Assembly shall decide on the State’s policies on ethnicities, policies on religion
and basic external policies.

2.2: Election of positions in the state apparatus

The National Assembly shall elect its Chairperson and Vice Chairpersons and members of its
Standing Committee among National Assembly deputies according to the list of nominees for
such positions presented by the Standing Committee of the National Assembly. At its first
session, the National Assembly shall elect its Chairperson and Vice Chairpersons and
members of its Standing Committee at the proposal of the Standing Committee of the
National Assembly of the preceding term. 2. The National Assembly shall elect the President
from among its deputies at the proposal of the Standing Committee of the National
Assembly. The National Assembly shall elect the Vice President from among its deputies at
the proposal of the President.

The National Assembly shall elect the Chairperson of the Ethnic Council and Chairpersons of
the Committees of the National Assembly from among its deputies at the proposal of its
Standing Committee.

The National Assembly shall elect the Prime Minister from among its deputies at the proposal
of the President.

The National Assembly shall elect the Chief Justice of the Supreme People’s Court and the
Procurator General of the Supreme People’s Procuracy at the proposal of the President.

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The National Assembly shall elect the Chairperson of the National Election Council, the State
Auditor General and the Secretary General of the National Assembly at the proposal of its
Standing Committee.

2.3: Approval of positions in the state apparatus

The National Assembly shall approve the Prime Minister’s proposals on the appointment of
Deputy Prime Ministers, ministers and other members of the Government according to the
list of nominees for such positions.

The National Assembly shall approve the proposals of the Chief Justice of the Supreme
People’s Court on the appointment of judges of the Supreme People’s Court.

The National Assembly shall approve the list of members of the National Defense and
Security Council at the proposal of the President.

The National Assembly shall approve the list of members of the National Election Council at
the proposal of the Chairperson of the National Election Council.

2.4: Relief of duty, removal from office, approval of proposals on relief of duty or
dismissal of holders of positions elected or approved by the National Assembly5

The National Assembly shall relieve of duty, remove from office or approve proposals on
relief of duty or dismissal of holders of positions elected or approved by the National
Assembly prescribed in Articles 8 and 9 of LAW ON ORGANIZATION OF THE
NATIONAL ASSEMBLY - No. 57/2014/QH13 at the proposal of the competent agencies or
persons that nominated such persons to the National Assembly for election or approval.

2.5: Decision on establishment and abolition of agencies; establishment, dissolution,

consolidation, separation and adjustment of administrative boundaries

The National Assembly shall decide on the establishment and abolition of ministries or
ministerial-level agencies; and establishment, dissolution, consolidation, division, and
adjustment of administrative boundaries, of provinces, centrally run cities and special
administrative-economic units at the proposal of the Government.

The National Assembly shall decide on the establishment and abolition of other agencies in
accordance with the Constitution and law.

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2.6. Decision on general amnesty

The National Assembly shall decide on a general amnesty at the proposal of the President.

2.7. Holding referenda

The National Assembly shall decide to hold a referendum on the Constitution or other
important issues at the proposal of its Standing Committee or of the President, the
Government, or at least one-third of the total number of National Assembly deputies.

The outcome of a referendum must be of decisive value for the issue put to referendum.

2.8. Approval of and decision on accession to or withdrawal from treaties

The National Assembly shall, at the proposal of the President, approve and decide on the
accession to treaties related to war, peace, national sovereignty or the membership of the
Socialist Republic of Vietnam in important international and regional organizations, treaties
on human rights or fundamental rights and obligations of citizens, and withdrawal from these
treaties and other treaties that are not consistent with the laws or resolutions of the National
Assembly.

3. The supervision function

The National Assembly holds the highest authority in overseeing all state activities. This
responsibility is fulfilled through the collective efforts of the National Assembly itself, its
Standing Committee, the Ethnic Council, various committees, and individual deputies.

Furthermore, the National Assembly reviews all operational reports submitted by the
President of the Republic, the Standing Committee, the Government, the Supreme People's
Court, and the Supreme People's Procuracy. Additionally, it evaluates activity reports from
these entities.

The National Assembly holds the authority to annul any legal documents issued by various
governmental bodies, including the President of the Republic, the Standing Committee of the
National Assembly, the Government, the Prime Minister, the Supreme People's Court, and
the Supreme People's Procuracy, if they do not align with the Constitution, laws, or
resolutions of the National Assembly.

The Standing Committee of the National Assembly oversees the implementation of the
Constitution, laws, and resolutions of the National Assembly, as well as ordinances and
resolutions of its own. It also supervises the activities of the Government, the Supreme

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People's Court, and the Supreme People's Procuracy. It can suspend the effect of any legal
document from these bodies if it doesn't comply with the Constitution, laws, or National
Assembly resolutions. Furthermore, it may request the National Assembly to consider
abolishing such documents.

The Ethnic Council and the Committees of the National Assembly monitor the
implementation of laws and resolutions within their specific areas of responsibility. They
have the authority to request documents and reports from the agencies, organizations, and
individuals under their supervision. If any legal violations are discovered, they can demand
the violating parties to stop and may recommend measures against them. They can also report
such matters to the Standing Committee.

The results of supervision, along with any recommendations from the Ethnic Council or
Committees, are reported to the Standing Committee of the National Assembly, and relevant
agencies are informed.

Deputies to the National Assembly have the right to question various government officials,
including the President of the Republic, the President of the National Assembly, the Prime
Minister, ministers, the President of the Supreme People's Court, and the Procurator General.
Those questioned must respond in person at the National Assembly session. If further
investigation is needed, the National Assembly may decide to refer the matter to the Standing
Committee or postpone it to the next session, or request a written response. Deputies can also
require state agencies, social and economic organizations, and military units to answer
questions, and their heads must respond within the specified timeframe.

IV ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

1. The standing committee

1.1. Position

The Standing Committee of the National Assembly is the permanent body of the National
Assembly

1.2. Function

The Standing Committee supervises the implementation of constitutional provisions,

legislation, and resolutions ratified by the National Assembly, as well as ordinances and
resolutions issued by the Standing Committee. It also monitors the performance of

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governmental bodies, including the executive, judiciary, and prosecutorial fauthorities.
Furthermore, the Standing Committee has the prerogative to issue ordinances aimed at
providing clarification on constitutional principles, laws, and ordinances.

1.3. Organizational Structure

The Standing Committee of the National Assembly shall be composed of the Chairperson,
who is the Chairperson of the National Assembly, Vice Chairpersons, who are Vice
Chairpersons of the National Assembly, and Members. Members of the Standing Committee
of the National Assembly must be National Assembly deputies who work on a full-time basis
and may not concurrently be members of the Government. The numbers of Vice
Chairpersons and Members of the Standing Committee of the National Assembly shall be
decided by the National Assembly.

1.4 Term

The term of office of the Standing Committee of the National Assembly must start from the
time the Standing Committee is elected by the National Assembly and end when a new
Standing Committee is elected by the new National Assembly.

1.5. Agencies of the standing committee of the National Assembly

1.5.1. Formation

The Standing Committee of the National Assembly shall establish its agencies to advise and
assist it in specific affairs.

The Standing Committee of the National Assembly shall define the organizational structures,
tasks and powers of, and policies applicable to cadres, civil servants and public employees
and other employees working at these agencies in conformity with specific characteristics of
the National Assembly

1.5.2: Structure

Within the Vietnamese Standing Committee, several agencies play critical roles in supporting
legislative functions and governmental oversight. Here are some key agencies:

1. Legislative Affairs Office: Responsible for drafting laws, ordinances, and resolutions,
ensuring they align with the constitution and national priorities.

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 2. Supervision and Inspection Office: Overseeing implementation of laws and policies,
conducting audits, investigations, and inspections to ensure compliance.

3. Legal Affairs Office: Providing legal expertise on constitutional matters, legal

interpretations, and developing legal frameworks.

4. Administrative Office: Managing human resources, finances, logistics, and general

operations.

5. Research and Policy Analysis Office: Conducting research, analysis, and policy
studies on socio-economic issues to inform legislative decision-making.

6. International Relations Office: Handling diplomatic and international engagements,

representing the Standing Committee in international forums and fostering bilateral
relations.

7. Commission on People’s Aspiration: Addressing public concerns, serving as a liaison

between government and citizens, and facilitating public participation in governance.

8. Commission on Delegate Affairs: Managing activities of National Assembly

delegates, facilitating communication with constituents, and providing support to
enhance their effectiveness

1.6. Other responsibilities

1. preparing, convening, and chairing the National Assembly's sessions;

2. explaining/interpreting the Constitution, laws, acts, and ordinances;

3. promulgating ordinances at the National Assembly's request;

4. supervising the implementation of the Constitution and laws, and the activities of the
Government, the Supreme People's Court, and the Supreme People's Procuracy;

5. supervising and guiding the activities of provincial people's councils (local legislative
bodies);

6. directing and co-ordinating the activities of the National Assembly's Ethnic Council
and other committees, providing guidance and guaranteeing the deputies' working
conditions;

7. approving the cabinet's personnel affairs in between the National Assembly's sessions
and making reports to the National Assembly in the next session;

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 8. declaring wars if necessary in between the National Assembly's sessions and making
reports to the National Assembly in the next session;

9. launching general mobilization or partial mobilization, and declaring national or local

state of emergency if necessary;

10. performing external relation activities of the National Assembly; and

11. organizing referendum at the National Assembly's request. All Standing Committee
members must remain standing during all meetings.

2. Council on ethnic minorities and committees of the National Assembly

2.1. Position and Function

The Ethnic Council and Committees of the National Assembly are agencies of the
National Assembly which shall take responsibility before and report on their work to
the National Assembly; when the National Assembly is in recess, they shall report
their work to the Standing Committee of the National Assembly.

2.2. Working principles, term of office and reporting responsibility

The Ethnic Council or a Committee of the National Assembly shall work on a collegial basis
and make decisions by a vote of the majority.

The term of office of the Ethnic Council or a Committee of the National Assembly must
follow the term of the National Assembly.

At the year-end session of the National Assembly, the Ethnic Council and Committees of the
National Assembly shall send their work reports to the National Assembly deputies and the
Standing Committee of the National Assembly. At the final session of each National
Assembly, the Ethnic Council and Committees of the National Assembly shall send summary
reports on their activities to National Assembly deputies.

2.3. Organizational Structure

The Ethnic Council shall be composed of the Chairperson, Vice Chairpersons and standing,
full-time and other Members. A Committee of the National Assembly shall be composed of
the Chairperson, Vice Chairpersons and standing, full-time and other Members.

The Chairpersons of the Ethnic Council and Committees of the National Assembly shall be
elected by the National Assembly; Vice Chairpersons and standing, full-time and other

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Members of the Ethnic Council and Committees of the National Assembly shall be approved
by the Standing Committee of the National Assembly.

The standing body of the Ethnic Council or a Committee of the National Assembly shall
assist the Ethnic Council or Committee in dealing with regular affairs of the Council or
Committee when the latter is in recess. The standing body of the Ethnic Council must
comprise the Chairperson, Vice Chairpersons and standing Members. The standing body of a
Committee of the National Assembly must comprise the Chairperson, Vice Chairpersons and
standing Members.

The Ethnic Council or a Committee of the National Assembly shall establish subcommittees
to study and prepare matters under its field of work. The head of a subcommittee must be a
member of the Ethnic Council or a Committee while other members may be other than
members of the Ethnic Council or the Committee or National Assembly deputies.

2.4. Tasks and powers

2.4.1.The Ethnic Council

To verify bills and draft ordinances on policies on ethnicities; to verify other draft documents
as assigned by the National Assembly or its Standing Committee; to verify the assurance of
the policies on ethnicities in bills and draft ordinances before they are submitted to the
National Assembly or its Standing Committee.

To contribute opinions on the promulgation of the Government’s regulations to implement

policies on ethnicities.

To oversee the implementation of laws and resolutions of the National Assembly and
ordinances and resolutions of the Standing Committee of the National Assembly in the field
of ethnicity; to oversee the implementation of policies on ethnicities, programs and plans for
socio-economic development in mountainous regions and ethnic minority areas.

To oversee ethnic work-related documents of the Government, the Prime Minister, ministers
and heads of ministerial-level agencies.

To submit bills before the National Assembly and draft ordinances before the Standing
Committee of the National Assembly on matters under the charge of the Ethnic Council.

To make proposals on the State’s policies on ethnicities and the organization and operation of
concerned agencies and proposals related to ethnic work

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2.4.3. Responsibilities of The Ethnic Council and Committees of the National

Assembly

1. Verification and coordination among the Ethnic Council and Committees of the
National Assembly

2. Responsibility of the Ethnic Council and Committees of the National Assembly for
protecting the Constitution

3. Request for reporting, provision of documents and assignment of members for

consideration and verification

4. Explanation at meetings of the Ethnic Council and Committees of the National

Assembly

5. Work coordination with local agencies and organizations

6. External relations and international cooperation

7. Plenary meetings of the Ethnic Council and Committees of the National Assembly

2.5. Ad-hoc Committee

2.5.1. Establishment of an Ad-hoc Committee

1. An Ad-hoc Committee of the National Assembly shall be established in the following

cases:

To verify bills, draft ordinances or other reports or documents submitted by the Standing
Committee of the National Assembly to the National Assembly or with contents related to the
fields under the charge of the Ethnic Council and other Committees of the National
Assembly;

To investigate a specific matter when deeming it necessary.

2. The Standing Committee of the National Assembly shall propose the National Assembly
to consider and decide on the establishment of an ad-hoc Committee at the proposal of the

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2.5.2. Organizational structure, tasks and powers of an Ad-hoc Committee

1. An Ad-hoc Committee shall be composed of its Chairperson, Vice Chairpersons and

Members. Members of the Ad-hoc Committee are National Assembly deputies. The
composition, number of members and specific tasks and powers of the Ad-hoc Committee
shall be decided by the National Assembly at the proposal of its Standing Committee.

2. An Ad-hoc Committee shall report to the Standing Committee of the National Assembly
and the National Assembly on the results of performance of its tasks and exercise of powers
assigned by the National Assembly. The Ad-hoc Committee’s report on investigation results
shall be verified by the Ethnic Council or a Committee of the National Assembly. The
National Assembly shall consider and adopt a resolution on investigation results of the Ad-
hoc Committee.

3. An Ad-hoc Committee shall terminate operation after fulfilling its tasks.

3. Secretary general, office of the National Assembly

3.1. Secretary general of the National Assembly

3.1.1.Position and Function

1. The Secretary General of the National Assembly shall be elected, relieved of duty and
removed from office by the National Assembly. The Secretary General shall advise on and
serve activities of the National Assembly, its Standing Committee and National Assembly
deputies and perform the tasks and exercise the powers below:

To advise the Chairperson of the National Assembly and the Standing Committee of the
National Assembly on tentative working programs of the National Assembly and the
Standing Committee of the National Assembly; and on the order and procedures for carrying
out activities of the National Assembly and its Standing Committee;

To coordinate with the Ethnic Council, Committees of the National Assembly and concerned
agencies and organizations in drafting resolutions regarding contents assigned by the
National Assembly or its Standing Committee;

To be the speaker of the National Assembly and its Standing Committee; to organize the
information provision, press, publication, library and museum work and information
technology application to serve activities of the National Assembly and its agencies and
deputies;

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To organize secretarial work at National Assembly sessions and meetings of the Standing
Committee of the National Assembly; to collect and summarize opinions of National
Assembly deputies; to sign minutes of sessions and meetings;

To perform other tasks and exercise other powers as assigned by the Chairperson of the
National Assembly or its Standing Committee.

3.1.2. Formation

The Secretary General of the National Assembly shall be assisted by a Secretariat. The
organizational structure, tasks and powers of the Secretariat shall be specifically defined by
the Standing Committee of the National Assembly

3.2. Office of the National Assembly

3.2.1.Position and Function

1. The Office of the National Assembly is the administrative agency providing general advice
and services for the National Assembly and the Standing Committee, Ethnic Council,
Committees and deputies of the National Assembly. The Office of the National Assembly has
the following tasks and powers:

To organize services for National Assembly sessions, meetings of the Standing Committee of
the National Assembly and other activities of the National Assembly and its Standing
Committee, Ethnic Council and Committees;

To manage cadres, civil servants, public employees and other employees serving the National
Assembly and its agencies;

To manage the operation funds of the National Assembly;

To ensure physical foundations and other conditions for the activities of the National
Assembly and its agencies, offices of the National Assembly deputies’ delegations and
National Assembly deputies; to create conditions for National Assembly deputies to propose
bills and draft ordinances and motions on laws and ordinances.

3.2.2. Term

The Secretary General cum Chairperson of the Office of the National Assembly shall take
responsibility before the National Assembly and its Standing Committee for the activities of
the Office of the National Assembly. Vice Chairpersons of the Office of the National

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Assembly shall be appointed, relieved of duty and dismissed at the proposal of the Secretary
General-Chairperson of the Office of the National Assembly.

3.2.3. Formation

The Standing Committee of the National Assembly shall specifically define the
organizational structure, tasks and powers of the Office of the National Assembly; decide on
the payroll of cadres, civil servants and public employees and stipulate regimes and policies
applicable to cadres, civil servants and public employees and other employees of the Office
of the National Assembly in conformity with specific characteristics of the activities of the
National Assembly.

4. Other agencies

Other agencies that are elected by the National Assembly, but function independently, are:
National Election Council (Hội đồng Bầu cử Quốc gia), headed by a Chairperson State Audit
Office (Kiểm toán Nhà nước), headed by a Chief State Auditor

5. The chairman and the vice chairman of the National Assembly

5.1. Tasks and powers of Chairpersons of the National Assembly

1. To preside over National Assembly sessions, to ensure the implementation of regulations

on activities of National Assembly deputies and on National Assembly sessions; to sign for
authentication the Constitution, laws and resolutions of the National Assembly.

2. To lead the work of the Standing Committee of the National Assembly; to direct the
preparation of tentative agendas of and convene and preside over meetings of the Standing
Committee of the National Assembly; to sign ordinances and resolutions of the Standing
Committee of the National Assembly.

3. To preside over conferences of full-time National Assembly deputies and other

conferences held by the Standing Committee of the National Assembly.

4. To convene and preside over conferences of the Chairperson of the Ethnic Council and
Chairpersons of Committees of the National Assembly to discuss programs of activities of
the National Assembly, the Ethnic Council and Committees of the National Assembly; when
necessary, to attend meetings of the Ethnic Council and Committees of the National
Assembly.

5. To maintain relations with National Assembly deputies.

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6. To direct the use of the operation funds of the National Assembly.

7. To direct and organize the implementation of the National Assembly’s external relations
work; to represent the National Assembly in its external relations; to lead activities of
Vietnamese National Assembly delegations in international and regional inter-parliamentary
organizations.

5.2. Tasks and powers of Vice Chairpersons of the National Assembly

Vice Chairpersons of the National Assembly shall assist the Chairperson of the National
Assembly in performing tasks as assigned by the latter. When the Chairperson of the National
Assembly is absent, a Vice Chairperson authorized by the Chairperson shall perform the tasks
and exercise the powers of the latter.

6. Deputies

6.1. Position and role of National Assembly deputies

1. A National Assembly deputy shall represent the will and aspirations of the People of
his/her constituency and of the whole country and exercise the state power in the National
Assembly on behalf of the People.

2. A National Assembly deputy shall take responsibility before voters and the National
Assembly for the performance of his/her tasks and exercise of his/her powers as a deputy.

3. National Assembly deputies are equal in discussing and deciding on matters within the
tasks and powers of the National Assembly.

6.2. Criteria of National Assembly deputies

1. To be loyal to the Fatherland, the People and the Constitution, to strive to carry out the
renewal cause for the goal of a prosperous people and a strong, democratic, equitable and
civilized country.

2. To possess moral qualities, to be diligent, thrifty, incorruptible, public-spirited and selfless,

exemplary in the observance of law; to have the spirit and be determined to control
corruption, waste and all manifestations of bureaucracy, imperiousness and authoritarianism
and other illegal acts.

3. To possess educational and professional qualifications, to have full capacity, health, work
experience and prestige to perform the tasks of a National Assembly deputy.

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4. To keep close ties with the People, to listen to opinions of the People, to gain confidence of
the People.

5. To have the conditions to participate in the activities of the National Assembly

6.3. Number of National Assembly deputies

1. The total number of National Assembly deputies must not exceed 500, including fulltime
and part-time National Assembly deputies.

2. The number of full-time National Assembly deputies must account for at least thirty five
percent of the total number of National Assembly deputies.

6.4. Term of office of National Assembly deputies

1. The term of office of National Assembly deputies must follow the term of the National
Assembly.

2. The term of office of additionally elected National Assembly deputies must last from the
date of opening of the session following the by-election to the date of opening of the first
session of the National Assembly of the succeeding term

V: COMPARISON WITH THE BRITISH PARLIAMENT

Comparing the Vietnamese National Assembly with the British Parliament involves
examining various aspects such as structure, function, composition, and historical context.
Here's a breakdown of these aspects:

Structure:

● Vietnamese National Assembly: The National Assembly of Vietnam is a

unicameral legislative body, meaning it has only one chamber. It is the highest
organ of state power in Vietnam and is responsible for making laws, deciding
major policies, and supervising the implementation of laws and policies.

● British Parliament: The British Parliament is a bicameral legislative body,

consisting of two chambers: the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
The House of Commons is the lower chamber, where elected Members of
Parliament (MPs) sit, while the House of Lords is the upper chamber, mostly
consisting of appointed members, including life peers, bishops, and hereditary
peers.

Function:

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 ● Vietnamese National Assembly: The National Assembly of Vietnam performs
legislative functions, such as passing laws and regulations, approving the
national budget, ratifying treaties, and overseeing the work of the government
and its agencies.

● British Parliament: The British Parliament also performs legislative functions,

including debating and passing laws, scrutinizing government actions,
approving budgets, and representing the interests of the public.

Composition:

● Vietnamese National Assembly: Members of the National Assembly of

Vietnam are elected by the public every five years through a general election.
The number of members is determined by law, and they represent different
constituencies across Vietnam.

● British Parliament: Members of the House of Commons are elected by the

public in general elections held at least every five years. The House of Lords
consists of appointed members, including life peers, bishops, and hereditary
peers.

Historical Context:

● Vietnamese National Assembly: The National Assembly of Vietnam traces its

origins back to the First Indochina War and the establishment of the
Democratic Republic of Vietnam in 1945. Its structure and functions have
evolved over time, reflecting changes in Vietnam's political landscape.

● British Parliament: The British Parliament has a long history dating back to
the medieval period, with significant developments such as the Magna Carta in
1215 and the Glorious Revolution in 1688 shaping its evolution into a modern
parliamentary democracy.

Powers and Checks:

● Vietnamese National Assembly: The National Assembly holds significant

power in Vietnam's political system, including the ability to amend the
constitution, elect and remove top leaders, and approve major policies and
decisions. However, its authority is ultimately subject to the control of the
Communist Party of Vietnam.

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 ● British Parliament: The British Parliament has extensive powers, including the
ability to make and pass laws, scrutinize the government through debates and
committees, and hold the government to account through mechanisms such as
Prime Minister's Questions and votes of no confidence. It operates within the
framework of a constitutional monarchy, where the monarch's powers are
largely ceremonial.

Overall, while both the Vietnamese National Assembly and the British Parliament are
legislative bodies responsible for making laws and overseeing the government, they differ
significantly in structure, function, composition, and historical context, reflecting the unique
political systems and traditions of their respective countries.

VI: Conclusion

The paper has examined the status, function, and organizational structure of the National
Assembly of Vietnam, and similarities with the British Parliament.

The National Assembly is the supreme legislative body of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam,
representing the people and exercising the highest governmental authority. The National
Assembly has three primary functions: legislative, determining crucial matters of the nation,
and exercising ultimate oversight over

INDEX OF AUTHORITIES

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