National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue has suggested members of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) complete legal framework and remove barriers to facilitate the implementation of digital transformation policies.
Addressing the 42nd AIPA General Assembly via videoconference on Monday, Mr. Hue said it is necessary to facilitate equitable access to digital services for people and businesses, increase digital literacy for the vulnerable groups, offer fair, equitable and affordable digital services, and promote the development of a digital economy and society.
He proposed encouraging the Governments of ASEAN members to carry out concrete programs, action plans and strategies pertaining to digital development.
Mr. Hue called for AIPA’s solidarity and common responsibility in cooperating and sharing experience, especially the application of science, technology, to effectively control COVID-19.
“AIPA should empower member governments to actively deal with the pandemic, minimize losses and soon recover their economies following the pandemic,” he said.
Source: VOV5