31 August 2021
1972/QD-BCT on the establishment of a domestic advisory group (DAG) in Vietnam (“DAG Vietnam”) under Article 13.15 Trade and Sustainable Development chapter in the EVFTA Agreement. Some of the contents of the decision are as follows:
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The list of members of DAG Vietnam is issued in the Appendix of this Decision.
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DAG Vietnam operates as a forum, without legal status, without its own seal and account.
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The task of the group is to gather, present views and give recommendations, advice, and suggestions on the implementation of the Trade and Sustainable Development chapter in the EVFTA Agreement. The views and recommendations of DAG Vietnam will be submitted to the government authorities and are for reference only.
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DAG Vietnam has a maximum of 15 members who fully meet the conditions of the Decision, divided equally into 3 subgroups corresponding to 3 fields (Economics, Society, Environment). The term of office of the members is 3 years and can serve for many terms.
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The head of DAG Vietnam is the Board of President, consisting of 1 President and 2 Vice Presidents, which include representatives from the subgroups.
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The work of the DAG Vietnam will be supported by a Secretariat established by the Ministry of Industry and Trade. In addition, the Secretariat also ensures publicity and transparency in the activities of DAG Vietnam.
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DAG Vietnam makes decisions on the basis of consensus. If consensus cannot be reached, decisions are made based on a majority vote. If the number of votes is equal, the President shall decide.
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The working mechanism and regulations of DAG Vietnam are specified in this Decision.
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DAG Vietnam is responsible for its operating expenses.
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