Decision No. 155/2001/QĐ-TTg On Vietnam Metrology Day

Decision No. 155/2001/QĐ-TTg of the Government Chairman stipulates that Vietnam Metrology Day shall be on January 20 each year, and at the same time requests the Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment to take the lead in organizing activities aimed at developing the metrology sector.

Document No.155/2001/QĐ-TTg
Document typeDecision
Issuing authorityMinistry of Science and Technology
Signed byPhạm Gia Khiêm — Phó Thủ tướng
Updated01/07/2026
SectorNatural Resources and Environment
FieldUncategorized
Issued date11/10/2001
Effective date26/10/2001
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Decision No. 155/2001/QĐ-TTg of the Government Chairman stipulates that Vietnam Metrology Day shall be on January 20 each year, and at the same time requests the Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment to take the lead in organizing activities aimed at developing the metrology sector.

Key points

  • The Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment is directed to organize specific activities on Vietnam Metrology Day to mobilize the participation of organizations and individuals.
  • Ministers, Heads of ministerial-level agencies, Heads of government-affiliated agencies, Chairmen of provincial people's committees under central cities are responsible for implementing this Decision.
  • The Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment is responsible for guiding the implementation of this Decision.
  • This Decision takes effect fifteen days from the date of signature.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive impact: Enhance awareness of the importance of metrology in society, promote the participation and contribution of organizations and individuals in this field.
  • Negative impact: May impose a burden on time and effort for agencies and organizations required to carry out activities according to the requirements.

❓ Frequently asked questions

When is Vietnam Metrology Day observed?

Vietnam Metrology Day is observed on January 20 each year, pursuant to Article 1 of the Decision.

What responsibilities do ministries and sectors have in organizing activities for Vietnam Metrology Day?

The Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment is responsible for taking the lead and coordinating with relevant ministries and sectors to organize specific activities on Vietnam Metrology Day, pursuant to Article 2 of the Decision.

When does this Decision come into effect?

This Decision comes into effect fifteen days from the date of signature, pursuant to Article 3 of the Decision.

What must agencies and organizations do to implement this Decision?

Ministers, Heads of ministerial-level agencies, Heads of government-affiliated agencies, Chairmen of provincial people's committees under central cities are responsible for implementing this Decision, pursuant to Article 4 of the Decision.

What responsibilities does the Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment have in guiding the implementation of this Decision?

The Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment is responsible for guiding the implementation of this Decision, pursuant to Article 3 of the Decision.

Full text


PRIME MINISTER
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SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM
Independence - Freedom - Happiness
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Number: 155/2001/QĐ-TTG Hanoi, October 11, 2001

Pursuant to …;

On National Measurement Day

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PRIME MINISTER

Pursuant to the Government Organization Law dated September 30, 1992;

Considering the proposal of the Minister of Science, Technology and Environment at the report No. 2473/TTr-BKHCNMT dated August 31, 2001,

DECISION:

Article 1. January 20 each year shall be National Measurement Day.

Article 2. The Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment shall take the lead and coordinate with relevant ministries, sectors, provincial people's committees, and municipal people's committees under the central government to organize specific and appropriate activities nationwide on National Measurement Day, aiming to mobilize organizations and individuals to contribute to the development of the measurement field.

Article 3. The Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment shall be responsible for guiding the implementation of this Decision.

This Decision takes effect fifteen days after the date of signature.

Article 4. Ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, heads of government-affiliated agencies, Chairpersons of provincial and centrally-administered city People's Committees are responsible for implementing this Decision.

DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER
VICE-PRESIDENT OF THE GOVERNMENT
(Signed)
Pham Gia Khiem
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