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Publication for the National Assembly Deputies
Handbook on the Role of the Deputies of the National Assembly (NA) in the Oversight Process

The handbook will underline various institutional mechanisms for Deputies of the National Assembly to exercise their parliamentary oversight function as outlined in Vietnam’s Constitution effectively. This is particularly relevant as the majority of Deputies of the upcoming 15th National Assembly who will convene after the elections in May 2021, will be first-time Deputies.

Mr Michael Siegner - HSF Resident Representative spoke at the consultation dialogue

Mr Michael Siegner - HSF Resident Representative spoke at the consultation dialogue

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To get reviews and critical comments on a first draft of the Handbook, a consultation dialogue with experts, experienced Deputies and representatives of various Committees of the National Assembly was organised on 18th December in Hanoi. After careful considerations, these inputs will be integrated in the finalised Handbook which is scheduled to be published in March 2021 and will serve as a guiding material for new Deputies.

At his opening speech, Mr Michael Siegner – Hanns Seidel Foundation in Vietnam (HSF) resident representative in Vietnam addressed that Article 70 of Vietnam’s Constitution elaborates the National Assembly’s supreme oversight and supervisory functions. A capable and well-functioning as well as well-funded supporting body – such as the National Assembly Office is of great importance in the translation of this constitutional duty into practice. HSF looks forwards to further collaborations with the National Assembly Office to promote strong and just institutions (SDG 16) in Vietnam.

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