Dr. Carolus Wimmer, President of the Venezuela - Vietnam Friendship House expressed his belief that, with broad public consensus and the long-standing tradition of national unity, the upcoming election will usher in a new legislative term that is dynamic and effective, capable of building on previous achievements and helping Việt Nam move forward steadily on its journey of development and international integration.
Pakistani Ambassador to Việt Nam Kohdayar Marri said Pakistan expects that after the election, relations between Pakistan and Việt Nam will continue to grow, becoming stronger and more effective in the years ahead.
Việt Nam aims to become a developing country with upper-middle income by 2030 and a high-income developed country by 2045, he noted, adding that elected bodies will play a vital role in helping turn these aspirations into reality.
Former Vice Chairman of the Office of the National Assembly (NA) Nguyễn Sĩ Dũng speaks to Việt Nam News reporter Thu Vân about the upcoming elections to the 16th NA and the role of the legislature in realising the strategic vision set out at the 14th National Party Congress.
Phạm Thị Minh Hường, Standing Committee member of the General Association of Vietnamese in Laos described the upcoming elections as a significant political event shaping Việt Nam’s development in the coming years.
The Swiss ambassador to Việt Nam says the incoming legislature could play a key role in deepening bilateral ties and supporting ratification of the anticipated EFTA trade pact.
Although living abroad, many Vietnamese in Israel remain deeply engaged with political developments in their home country, with a particular focus on the upcoming election.
Đào Tuấn Hùng, Chairman of the Association of Vietnamese Community in Korea (AVCK), said expatriates closely follow developments in Việt Nam and view major political events such as NA elections as an occasion to reaffirm their connection with the homeland.
Ahead of the 2026–2031 elections, National Assembly Vice Chairwoman Nguyễn Thị Thanh outlines higher expectations for deputies and the role of voters in building a more effective representative system.
Edmund Malesky, Professor of Political Economy at Duke University in the US, has long followed Việt Nam’s development. He talks to Việt Nam News reporter Nguyễn Hằng about assessments on Việt Nam’s preparation for the elections of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and the People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-31 tenure as well as the importance of the elections to the National Assembly’s history.
I expect the deputies of the coming National Assembly and People’s Councils term to demonstrate strategic vision, courage, and a spirit of innovation to translate the Party’s major orientations into practical policies.
Việt Nam’s 15th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2021–2026 term have left clear marks through their intensive activities, legislative innovation and improved oversight.
The creation of what he described as new “economic–political spaces” would not only strengthen regional linkages but also enable local administrations to operate more effectively and remain closer to the aspirations of the people.
The election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly (NA) and people’s councils at all levels for the 2026–31 term will take place this Sunday. Voters from all walks of life place great expectations on the people they will vote for.
The election of deputies to the National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term will reflect the political will and high level of consensus following the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Việt Nam.
A senior Japanese lawmaker has underscored the importance of parliamentary cooperation and the rule of law in deepening Japan–Việt Nam relations.
Although not always directly related to the election, such information shares a common trait: it is deliberately painted in dark colours.
Former provincial chairman Nguyễn Tấn Tuân says the candidate list reflects a broad cross-section of society and expresses confidence that the next legislature will strengthen lawmaking, oversight and local development goals.
