Hanoi Announces 125 Elected Members of 17th Municipal People’s Council
09:51 | 23/03/2026
Hanoi elected the full quota of 32 deputies to the National Assembly and 125 members to the municipal People’s Council, ensuring compliance with the prescribed structure and composition. No constituency was required to hold a re-election or additional vote.
99.68% Voter Turnout Reflects Strength of National Unity
16:16 | 21/03/2026
Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pham Thu Hang, has responded to a question from an AFP reporter regarding voter turnout and the significance of the high participation rates recorded in recent elections.
International Scholars: Elections in Vietnam Reinforce Legal Foundation for New Stage of Development
09:04 | 18/03/2026
International experts and legislators have assessed that the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term is a major political event, contributing to strengthening the legal foundation for Vietnam’s development process in a new phase.
Election to National Assembly and People’s Councils: Significant Event Strengthening Power of Vietnamese People
10:18 | 17/03/2026
A Cuban expert has noted that since the country’s reunification, Vietnam has made continuous efforts to uphold and strengthen the power of the people, a principle reflected comprehensively and consistently across its system.
Hannah Huyen Vu: Expecting Deputies with Innovative Thinking and Strong International Integration
11:19 | 16/03/2026
This was shared by Hannah Huyen Vu, President of the Australia-Vietnam Talent Network (AVTN) and Director of External Relations (Southeast Asia) at the University of Western Australia, ahead of the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term.
Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam: Election Preparations in Vietnam are Conducted Thoroughly
15:29 | 13/03/2026
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.
Confidence of Foreign Business Community in Vietnam
11:35 | 13/03/2026
From the perspective of a business executive who has lived and managed enterprises across several continents, Santiago de los Reyes (Uruguay), International Market Development Manager at NSCA (Starduct), believes that policy stability, an open business environment, and dialogue between policymakers and the business community are key factors enabling Vietnam to continue attracting investment and achieving sustainable development.
Secretary-General of the Brazil-Vietnam Friendship Association: The 16th National Assembly Will Continue to Drive Vietnam’s Development
14:14 | 12/03/2026
In an interview with VietnamTimes Magazine, journalist and historian Pedro de Oliveira, Secretary-General of the Brazil-Vietnam Friendship Association, stated that the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and to People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term is an important political event for Vietnam. It raises expectations for further advancing the country’s development and strengthening international cooperation.
The Election in Vietnam Through Eyes of International Friends: Foundation for Stability and Cooperation
11:20 | 12/03/2026
According to ambassadors, experts, and foreign nationals working in Vietnam, the upcoming elections for the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term represent an important milestone in the country’s political life. The event contributes to strengthening social consensus and reinforcing the international community’s confidence in Vietnam’s development prospects.
More Opportunities to Strengthen Traditional Friendship Between Vietnam and Uzbekistan
11:05 | 12/03/2026
The election of deputies to the National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels will take place on March 15, 2026. On this occasion, Alisher Rustamovich Mukhamedov, President of the Uzbekistan-Vietnam Friendship Association, shared with a reporter from VietnamTimes Magazine his views on the significance of this important political event for Vietnam’s development process, as well as prospects for international cooperation, particularly the friendship between the two countries.
Dr. Michael Parsons (Australia): Election Day in Vietnam Has Festival-like Atmosphere
14:04 | 11/03/2026
Having lived and worked in Hanoi for many years, Dr. Michael Parsons (Australia) has had the opportunity to directly observe elections in Vietnam. According to him, election day in many localities has an atmosphere similar to a “festival,” where people proactively learn about candidates, dress formally to cast their votes, and participate in the event with a strong sense of responsibility.
Gia Lai province's unique election propaganda
14:18 | 23/05/2021
Gia Lai has employed new styles of election propaganda, including materials in minority languages and visiting prisoners in their cells
Voting begins in 80,000 polling stations nationwide
11:03 | 23/05/2021
Over 69 million voters across the country are going to the poll to choose new National Assembly and People's Council members of all levels for the 2021-2026 period.
Vietnam's election in the eyes of international friends: Bright faith
15:55 | 22/05/2021
Vietnam’ achievements of COVID-19 prevention and control such as economic stability, social consensus, international status and especially the inspiration of the people are the basic factors that create trust in international friends. That is the belief of a brilliantly successful election that will take place at dawn tomorrow (May 23) in Vietnam.
Elections in Vietnam in the eyes of international friends: special political festival
16:30 | 21/05/2021
Any citizens who are 18 years old or more has the right to be fully informed, profoundly question, ask everything and self-decide to choose candidates representing themselves in the national political system. Likewise, anyone eligible has the right to run for elections fairly and publicly to be elected to the people’s leadership.
In Photos and video: Hanoi streets radiantly decorated ahead of Elections
14:22 | 21/05/2021
In anticipation for the Elections of deputies to the 15th National Assembly and People’s Council, the streets in Hanoi have been brilliantly decorated with banners, panels and flags.
Voters’ highest responsibility is thoroughly understanding candidates they elect
11:02 | 07/05/2021
Prior to the election day of Deputies to the 15th National Assembly (NA) and People's Councils at all levels for the 2021-2026 tenure, Vietnam Times Magazine had an interview with the NA General Secretary, Chairman of the NA Office Bui Van Cuong on the preparation for the important event as well as his personal thoughts after nearly one month of assuming the new position.
In Photos: Hanoi’s streets brilliantly adorned ahead of election day
10:34 | 22/04/2021
In preparation for the election day of the 15th National Assembly and the People's Councils at all levels for the term 2021 - 2026, many streets of Hanoi have been radiantly decorated with panels, flags, banners, and slogans, etc.
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