NA deputies discuss gender equality

Reducing the gender gap in the areas of politics and labor force participation was among the top issues at the on-going session of the 14th National Assembly (NA) deputies yesterday, during the broader discussion of the national target on gender equality.

Assets disclosure ineffective in fighting corruption

 The National Assembly’s Judicial Committee urged the Government to complete mechanisms and regulations to monitor citizens’ income, especially public servants with a focus on improving transparency and accountability.

Gas station scam accused receive prison sentences

 Sixteen accused in a cheating case involving a gas station at 436 Trần Khát Chân Street were given various levels of punishments, from administrative fines to prison sentences.

Việt Nam should adopt EITI for resource management

Implementing the Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative (EITI) will help Việt Nam fight corruption in the resources extraction sector, participants were told at a workshop held yesterday in Hà Nội.

Mineral exploitation comes at a cost Mining operations in Viet Nam are mired in serious problems including wastage, corruption, environmental damage and inadequate contribution to the State Budget, officials say.

Officials go on trial for abuse of power The Ha Noi People’s Court yesterday began the trial of 23 Government officials and others accused of abusing their power on Sate projects.