Hanoi:The National Assembly (NA) President Tran Thanh Man highlighted the importance of maintaining environmental standards amidst economic growth discussions during the 16th NA's second session. He addressed group discussions, emphasizing the need to revise the Law on Environmental Protection.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the revisions aim to streamline procedures while maintaining accountability, focus on easing pre-inspection and tightening post-inspection processes, and decentralize authority without relinquishing responsibility. President Man stressed that the environment should not be compromised for economic growth.

The principles outlined by President Man are designed to ensure that revisions to the environmental laws effectively balance procedural efficiency with stringent oversight and accountability.