The 15th National Assembly on December 5 morning debated the investment policy for a proposed unified national target programme running through 2035 that would combine three existing programmes on new-style rural area development, sustainable poverty reduction, and socio-economic development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas, with the session broadcast live nationwide.

Poverty-reduction work in Nghe An province has seen many positive improvements thanks to decisive and comprehensive direction. Poverty-reduction policies and programmes have been implemented promptly and correctly to the right target groups, creating more jobs and increasing incomes for local people; at the same time, the awareness and determination of many households to rise out of poverty has been increasingly strengthened.

As one of the fastest nations in the world to overcome poverty, Viet Nam has been recognised by the international community for its tireless efforts in poverty alleviation. With the dedicated attention of the Party and State, alongside the determination of every citizen, the goal of “a Viet Nam with no poverty” is becoming increasingly attainable.