Vietnam's historic 16th National Assembly election kicks off nationwide
Vietnam's 16th National Assembly election officially began as NA Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn cast his vote in Hóc Môn Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. The poll marks the 80th anniversary of the country's first general election, which established its legislature. Chairman Mẫn described the day as a key moment for national progress and citizen participation.
Chairman Mẫn voted at Polling Station No.14 alongside Trần Lưu Quang, Secretary of the municipal Party Committee, and Lê Quang Mạnh, NA Secretary General. He praised the Party Central Committee's leadership in organising the election and highlighted the role of voters in selecting capable deputies.
During his visit, Mẫn emphasised that voting is both a right and a duty for every citizen. He commended the National Election Council, local committees, and polling teams for following official guidelines closely. The NA leader expressed confidence that the election would succeed with broad support from Party bodies, authorities, and the Vietnam Fatherland Front. He also urged continued oversight to ensure smooth proceedings across the country. Mẫn later stated that the vote would help achieve the goals set in the 14th National Party Congress's Resolution. He believed high voter turnout would bring in deputies of outstanding talent and integrity.
The election coincides with a historic milestone, celebrating eight decades since Vietnam's first general vote. Polling stations across the nation opened as planned, with officials and citizens participating in the process. The results will shape the 16th National Assembly and local people's councils for the coming term.
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