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Hai Phong must become modern industrial, seaport hub: Party chief
During a working session with the Hai Phong Party Committee on March 16, Party General Secretary To Lam urged the northern city to sustain high, long-term growth closely tied to modernisation, green transition, digitalisation, and better life quality.
Hung Yen voters expect action from newly elected representatives
Following the successful election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term, voters in the northern province of Hung Yen are looking forward to practical policies and concrete actions from their representatives to help realise the nation’s aspirations for prosperity and happiness.
National Assembly election significant for Vietnam’s new development stage: Chinese scholar
On March 15, 2026, more than 76 million Vietnamese voters cast their ballots to elect deputies to the National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term. Professor Qu Qiang, a lecturer at Minzu University of China said Vietnam’s National Assembly had made important contributions to the country’s development during its recent term, particularly in legislation.
Manuscript of President Ho Chi Minh recalls first general election 80 years ago
At the National Library in Hanoi, a collection of rare documents preserves key milestones of the Vietnamese National Assembly from its earliest days, offering visitors a glimpse of historic events eight decades ago.
Over 99% of voters nationwide cast ballots
Based on the latest updated figures, the nationwide voter turnout has now surpassed 99%.
Technology application ensures fast, accurate, secured election information: NA leader
The application of information technology has made the organisation of the general election more effective, stated Chairman of the National Assembly and Chairman of the National Election Council Tran Thanh Man on March 15 morning while visiting officials on duty at the NEC Office, the Election Operations Centre, and journalists working at the press centre serving the election.
Voter turnout hits over 93% as of 16:00 on March 15
A total of 71,392,498 out of 76,609,388 voters nationwide had cast their ballots as of 16:00 on March 15, representing a turnout of 93.19%, member of the National Election Council and National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Thanh told reporters at the Election Press Centre in Hanoi.
Digital transformation boosts collective economy development
With just a smartphone, an internet connection and a few simple supporting devices, Nguyen Hong Kien, Director of Kien Thai Nguyen Tea Cooperative, together with his staff, can introduce products, interact with customers and sell goods directly from the production workshop. This approach allows the cooperative to reach customers more quickly, reduce intermediary costs and improve sales efficiency compared with traditional marketing methods.
Hanoi Museum’s art exhibitions expected to alter traditional installation approach
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NA Chairman casts ballot in Ho Chi Minh City
Chairman of the National Assembly and Chairman of the National Election Council Tran Thanh Man cast his ballot at Polling Station No.14 in Hoc Mon ward, Ho Chi Minh City, on March 15 morning, marking the start of nationwide voting for deputies to the 16th NA and People's Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term.
Party General Secretary casts ballot in Hanoi’s Ba Dinh ward
Party General Secretary To Lam, also Secretary of the Central Military Commission, cast his vote on the morning of March 15 at Polling Station No. 2 in Ba Dinh ward, Hanoi.
Attempts to preserve Dao Tien ethnic community’s cultural
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PM votes in Hanoi as nationwide election underway
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh cast his ballot at 7:00 on March 15 at Polling Station No. 21 in Tay Ho ward, Hanoi, joining nearly 79 million registered voters nationwide in electing deputies to the 16th National Assembly (NA) and People's Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term.
President Luong Cuong casts ballot in Hanoi’s Hoan Kien ward
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Fifteen National Assembly elections mark Vietnam’s democratic journey
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Cultural heritage emerges as soft power for sustainable development
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Mountain ebony blossoms showcase beauty in Dien Bien
When March comes, the Northwestern mountainous province of Dien Bien is endowed with the pure white mountain ebony blossoms. The flowers not only bloom across the forests and mountains, but also appear along streets, in parks and residential areas, forming picturesque scenes that attract both locals and visitors to stop and admire.
Folk singing inspires young generation in Hai Phong city
Dong Mon village in Hoa Binh ward, Hai Phong city, is considered one of the cradles of “ca tru,” a folk music genre renowned in Northern Vietnam and recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage.
Nationwide election spirit grows as voters prepare for March 15
People across the country are eagerly preparing for the upcoming election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels on March 15. From remote mountain villages and border communities to coastal fishing ports, voters are showing strong enthusiasm and responsibility as they get ready to exercise their democratic rights.
PM calls for accelerated space technology development in Vietnam
Speaking at the opening of the Vietnam-Japan Space Horizons 2026 Forum themed “Partnering for the New Era” and the inauguration of the Vietnam Space Centre at Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park in Hanoi on March 13, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasised that Vietnam’s space development must be driven by innovation and international cooperation.
