Vietnam National Assembly Convenes Military Delegates, Defense Minister Urges Responsibility

General Phan Van Giang, a Politburo member, Deputy Secretary of the Central Military Commission, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of National Defense, presided over a meeting with National Assembly delegates working within the military in Hanoi on the afternoon of August 2. General Giang emphasized the importance of the role and responsibilities that the military must fulfill in national politics. This meeting, held prior to the extraordinary session of the National Assembly commencing on August 3, aims to enhance the awareness of military-affiliated National Assembly delegates regarding their duties and to facilitate their activities within the Assembly. Under Vietnam's one-party system, the military is positioned as an indispensable element for national stability and development. The activities of military delegates in the National Assembly play a crucial role in discussions concerning defense policies and national security. The National Assembly serves as the supreme decision-making body reflecting the will of the people and establishing the nation's legal framework, and delegates with military backgrounds bear the responsibility of injecting military expertise into national governance. While Vietnam's economy has achieved remarkable growth in recent years, it simultaneously faces complex challenges, including relations with China and evolving regional security dynamics. In this context, constructive discussions within the National Assembly hold significant importance for the nation's future. Military delegates are expected to demonstrate a greater sense of responsibility and make more proactive contributions to safeguarding national sovereignty and security, prioritizing the interests of the people.