Việt Nam to organise nationwide general election

25/02/2026
02:46

On 15 March 2026, voters nationwide will elect deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils for the 2026 to 2031 term. More than 80 years after the first general election in 1946, the vote continues a historic democratic tradition, marking Election Day as a significant national event shaping Việt Nam’s future.

Việt Nam to organise nationwide general election

Việt Nam to organise nationwide general election

Politics 02:46

On 15 March 2026, voters nationwide will elect deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils for the 2026 to 2031 term. More than 80 years after the first general election in 1946, the vote continues a historic democratic tradition, marking Election Day as a significant national event shaping Việt Nam’s future.

Việt Nam Party Chief meets U.S. president

Việt Nam Party Chief meets U.S. president

Politics 01:42

A major update on Việt Nam- US relations. On 20 February, Party General Secretary Tô Lâm met U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on the sidelines of the Gaza Board of Peace meeting in Washington, D.C.

U.S. parents react to "Trump accounts"

U.S. parents react to "Trump accounts"

Politics 03:01

Under the new "Trump Accounts" programme, eligible newborns in the United States will receive a 1,000-dollar initial deposit into a long-term investment account. While the cost of raising a child continues to rise, many parents see this initiative as a vital stepping stone to encourage early saving habits and provide a financial foundation for their children's future.

Party Chief attends Gaza Board of Peace opening

Party Chief attends Gaza Board of Peace opening

Politics 08:38

The Gaza Board of Peace, which drew heads of state and leaders from more than 50 countries, including the meeting's founding members and observers. Vietnam also made its mark in this crucial global commitment

Vietnam - U.S. strengthen substantive, balanced relations

Vietnam - U.S. strengthen substantive, balanced relations

Politics 01:46

Party General Secretary Tô Lâm witnessed the signing and exchange of contracts and cooperation agreements between Vietnamese and US agencies, corporations, and businesses in key areas such as science and technology, digital transformation, aviation, and healthcare.

Japan formally inaugurates its 105th Prime Minister

Japan formally inaugurates its 105th Prime Minister

Politics 01:40

On 18 February, Japan’s Diet convened a special session to elect Sanae Takaichi as the country’s 105th Prime Minister. All cabinet members were also reappointed, as the ruling coalition now holds more than a two-thirds majority in the House of Representatives.