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Preparations for Election Day Basically Completed on Schedule
Nguyen Thi Thanh, Member of the Party Central Committee, Vice Chairwoman of the National Assembly and Member of the National Election Council, chaired and presided over a press conference on preparations for the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and deputies to People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term on the morning of March 12 in Hanoi.
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Vietnam News Today (Mar. 14): NA Chairman Calls on Voters to Wisely Choose Deputies Representing People's Will, Aspirations
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 14): NA Chairman calls on voters to wisely choose deputies representing people's will, aspirations; PM Pham Minh Chinh receives Thai Ambassador to Vietnam; Vietnamese embassies in Middle East ready to assist ASEAN citizens: FM; Vietnam - China cooperation steering committee to convene in Hanoi; Vietnam, Western Australia seek broader ties during business forum; Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City Listed Among Asia’s 50 Best Cities by Time Out
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Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam: Election Preparations in Vietnam are Conducted Thoroughly
In an interview with VietnamTimes Magazine, Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Rogelio Polanco Fuentes said that preparations for the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and members of People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term have been carried out thoroughly, creating favorable conditions for voters across the country to participate in this democratic event.
Online Contest on National Assembly and People’s Councils Elections
An online contest on the National Assembly and People’s Councils elections is being held from February 27 to March 15, 2026, to raise awareness among officials, Party members, and the public about the position and role of the National Assembly and People’s Councils. The contest also aims toward the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term.
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 11): Vietnam and China Defense Ministers to Meet at Border Exchange
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 11): Vietnam, RoK seek to boost all-around cooperation; Vietnam and China defense ministers to meet at border exchange; Vietnam and Japan step up cooperation in human resource development; Vietnam becomes vital player in global semiconductor value chain.
Early Election Held for Voters in Truong Sa
Soldiers and residents at 20 out of 22 polling stations in Truong Sa Special Administrative Zone (Khanh Hoa province) cast their ballots for deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term on the morning of March 8, one week earlier than the official nationwide election day.
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 10): Defense Minister Highlights Enduring Friendship with Cambodia
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 10): Timor-Leste Ambassador calls Vietnam a “tiger” and pillar of ASEAN economy; Defense minister highlights enduring friendship with Cambodia; Vietnam welcomes nearly 4.7 million foreign visitors in January–February; Vietnam may activate petroleum price stabilization measures amid Middle East tensions.
VNeID Supports Voters in Looking Up Polling Stations and Candidate Lists
On March 8, the Department of Administrative Management of Social Order (C06) under the Ministry of Public Security announced that, in addition to checking polling station information on voter cards and the publicly posted lists at polling stations or commune-level People’s Committee offices, citizens can also access election-related information through the “Election of the 16th National Assembly” feature on the VNeID application.
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 9): Vietnam Emerging as New Engine of Global Economic Growth
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 9): Vietnam reaffirms commitment to promoting nuclear disarmament, non-proliferation; OV intellectuals in Europe step up AI cooperation with Vietnam; Ho Chi Minh City exhibition highlights Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia solidarity; Vietnam emerging as a new engine of global economic growth.
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 8): Vietnam, Japan Expand Cooperation in Various Fields
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 8): Vietnam, Japan expand cooperation in various fields; Agricultural exports rebound at Lang Son border gates after Lunar New Year; Vietnam–Japan Festival 2026 promotes ties among young generations; Vietnam aims for higher-value segments in global chains.
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 6): Vietnamese, Philippine Diplomats Hold Phone Talks
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 6): Prime Minister calls for stronger Vietnam–Russia cooperation in emergency response; Vietnamese, Philippine diplomats hold phone talks; Vietnam takes Chair of ASEAN Furniture Industries Council AFIC; El Nino forecast to return in late 2026, more extreme weather expected.
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 5): Vietnamese, Mongolian Courts Deepen Judicial Cooperation
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 5): Vietnamese, Mongolian courts deepen judicial cooperation; Slovenia ready to share experience in safe nuclear power development with Vietnam; Vietnamese Trade Counselor in Israel: Maintaining trade flows amid regional instability; Global perspective: Beyond GDP expansion, Vietnam can drive deeper reforms and innovation-led growth.
Four Fundamental Principles Ensuring Democracy in Vietnam’s Elections
An election is the process by which citizens choose representatives to decide on the country’s most important issues on their behalf. Pursuant to Article 7 of the 2013 Constitution and Article 1 of the Law on Election of Deputies to the National Assembly and Deputies to People’s Councils, elections in Vietnam are conducted in accordance with four fundamental principles: universal suffrage, equality, direct voting, and secret ballot. These are foundational principles that ensure the democratic, objective, and fair nature of the electoral process.
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 4): Vietnam Wishes to Lift Ties with Greece to New Level
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 4):Vietnam opposes use of force against sovereign nations; Vietnam wishes to lift ties with Greece to new level; Border Guards stand firm in sovereignty and community service; Vietnam to establish national AI development fund for 2026-2027 period.
Notable Policies Taking Effect from March 2026
From March 2026, a number of new regulations will come into force, including the issuance of electronic identification codes for real estate; the online cancellation of permanent and temporary residence registrations; and administrative fines for violations in road traffic activities of up to VND 150 million.
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 3): Vietnam, Brazil Push Cooperation in Agriculture, Energy and Biotechnology
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 3): Vietnam, Brazil push cooperation in agriculture, energy and biotechnology; Ho Chi Minh City tightens friendship with Bulgarian partners; Vietnamese culture shines at France’s largest Lunar New Year parade; Doctors perform Vietnam’s first robot-assisted surgery for rare lung condition.
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 2): Over 38 Billion USD in Public Investment to Fuel New Growth Momentum
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 2): Vietnam, Laos step up parliamentary cooperation to realize strategic cohesion; Tam Chuc complex in Ninh Binh granted special national relic status; “Women and journey of inspiration” unites Vietnamese community in Kansai; Over 38 billion USD in public investment to fuel new growth momentum.
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 1): Vietnamese, Portuguese Foreign Ministers Hold Talks in Hanoi
Vietnam News Today (Mar. 1): Vietnamese, Portuguese foreign ministers hold talks in Hanoi; Vietnam consolidates traditional ties with Cambodia; Vietnam remains bright spot for FDI inflows; Vietnam emerging as attractive destination for AI data center investment.
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 28): Vietnamese, Portuguese Foreign Ministers Hold Talks in Hanoi
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 28): Vietnam wants to further deepen multifaceted ties with Portugal; Vietnamese, Portuguese foreign ministers hold talks in Hanoi; Vietnam, EFTA step up negotiations to finalize free trade agreement; Hanoi ranks among world’s 50 most beautiful cities.
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 26): Russia Backs Stronger Strategic Ties With Vietnam Following Party Congress
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 26): Vietnam’s foreign affairs in 2025: Seizing opportunities, overcoming challenges; Russia backs stronger strategic ties with Vietnam following Party Congress; Taiwanese high-tech group chooses Vietnam as Southeast Asia manufacturing hub; Vietnam enters decisive EU inspection phase to lift IUU “Yellow Card”.
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 25): Tet Tourism Season Sees Strong Nationwide Growth
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 25): Vietnam to introduce two initiatives at UNHRC’s 61st session; Vietnam forecast to achieve investment-grade credit rating sooner than planned; Double-digit GDP growth hinges on state-owned enterprises; Tet tourism season sees strong nationwide growth.
Party Leader Attends Launch of Tree Planting Festival in Hanoi
Each locality must select right species to cultivate in right locations, ensure tight and long-term management, and foster a love for nature in the community, especially the younger generation, the Party leader demanded.
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 24): Vietnam Considers Intel Long-term Strategic Partner in Semiconductor Industry
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 24): Vietnam considers Intel long-term strategic partner in semiconductor industry; Stronger push to attract FDI from the start of 2026; Nearly 1,070 flights handled in single day at HCMC’s busiest airport; Ho Chi Minh City records over 667 million USD in Tet tourism revenue.
