For the first time, election data from 3,300 commune-level administrative units across Việt Nam has been transmitted to the National Assembly’s Digital Operations Centre in real time. From early morning, digital screens have continuously updated voter turnout nationwide, reflecting strong public participation and marking a key step forward in the country’s digital transformation during this year’s election.
On Election Day 2026, not only voters living in Việt Nam but also many Vietnamese working overseas have arranged time to return home to exercise their civic rights and responsibilities. For them, even while making a living abroad, their sense of duty to the nation is expressed through every ballot cast. We have the story from Ninh Cường Commune in Ninh Bình Province, a locality where many residents work overseas.
Mobile ballot boxes are being delivered to homebound voters and patients across Việt Nam, ensuring everyone can take part in the election. At hospitals like Military Hospital 354, election teams bring ballot boxes directly to patients’ bedsides and guide them through the voting process, helping even those who cannot travel to polling stations exercise their civic duty and democratic right.
In Hồ Chí Minh City, Election Day has brought together voters from many different communities. Polling stations were set up in a variety of community and religious venues. For many residents here, the election is not only about casting a ballot. It is also about taking part in a shared civic moment that reflects the city's spirit of solidarity.
As the Election Day was unfolding, Vietnam Television has been keeping a close watch throughout the whole event, joining other reporters on VTV4, and other channels of VTV who also produced special live coverages. Overall, the festive atmosphere of this nationwide event has been widely reflected across the channels of Vietnam Television, helping to bring the vibrant spirits of the day to audiences.
During the 16th National Assembly Election, Việt Nam is going all the way in applying technology. With social media reaching over 75% of the population, there is an ever-growing shift in how people access information. Young voters are leading this change. They are not only watching videos but also stepping up as creators, producing and sharing videos for others to stay informed.
For the first time, election data from 3,300 commune-level administrative units across Việt Nam has been transmitted to the National Assembly’s Digital Operations Centre in real time. From early morning, digital screens have continuously updated voter turnout nationwide, reflecting strong public participation and marking a key step forward in the country’s digital transformation during this year’s election.