Voter turnout exceeds 99 per cent in National Assembly elections
By Nguyen Kim
March 16, 2026 | 11:33
More than 76 million voters turned out for national and local elections, with participation surpassing 99 per cent.
Vietnamese in Laos value role of NA, all-level People’s Councils
By VNA
March 16, 2026 | 09:49
Nguyen Thi Thu Huyen, Chief of the Office of the Vietnamese People Association in Vientiane, expressed her hope that deputies in the new tenure will continue to enhance their sense of responsibility, maintain close contact with voters and contribute to policymaking for fast and sustainable national development.
Voter turnout reaches 99.64% as of 22:00 on March 15
By VNA
March 16, 2026 | 09:44
Lao Cai was the locality that completed voting the earliest (at 17:45) and, together with the central city of Hue, was one of two out of 34 localities to reach 100% voter participation. Notably, Lao Cai province has 173 voters aged 100 and above (31 men and 142 women).
Voter turnout hits over 93% as of 16:00 on March 15
By VNA
March 16, 2026 | 09:36
Five out of 34 provinces and cities recorded turnout rates close to 100%, led by Tuyen Quang at 99.86%, Lao Cai 99.81%, Lang Son 99.3%, Dien Bien 99.23% and Lai Chau 99.2%.
High share of female candidates for 16th NA a very positive signal: UN Women official
By VNA
March 16, 2026 | 09:33
45% of candidates for Vietnam’s 16th National Assembly (NA) being women reflects both the aspirations and the capacity of women to engage in decision-making processes, bringing their perspectives and experiences into law making and enforcement for the country’s development and prosperity.
Voter turnout exceeds 80% nationwide by mid-afternoon
By VNA
March 16, 2026 | 09:26
Many localities have recorded high voter turnout, particularly several northern mountainous provinces such as Lao Cai, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, and Tuyen Quang. Other localities, including Ha Tinh, Da Nang, Lang Son, Nghe An, and Thai Nguyen, have also reported a rate of more than 90%.
Vietnamese students in China anticipate election with great hope
By VNA
March 13, 2026 | 14:49
Many Vietnamese students in China said that although they are studying abroad, they remain deeply connected to their homeland and aspire to contribute their knowledge and international experience to the country’s development. For them, the upcoming election represents not only a significant political event at home but also an opportunity for overseas Vietnamese to place their confidence in Vietnam’s next phase of growth.
Upcoming general election sparks expectations for new development phase
By VNA
March 13, 2026 | 14:45
The upcoming election is an important step in consolidating leadership structures as Vietnam prepares for a new stage of development, said Quynh Iris Nguyen–de Prelle, founder and director of the Intercultural Vietnam–Pacific Centre (IVB) in Belgium.
First-time young voters in Ha Tinh embrace civic responsibility
By VNA
March 13, 2026 | 14:41
High schools across Ha Tinh province have incorporated election themes into extracurricular activities, classroom discussions, and legal knowledge competitions, helping students better understand their rights and responsibilities as citizens.
Vietnamese businesses in Laos express confidence in national political system ahead of general elections
By VNA
March 13, 2026 | 14:37
Pham Thi Minh Huong, Standing Committee member of the General Association of Vietnamese in Laos, Vice President of the Business Association of Overseas Vietnamese (BAOOV), and Chairwoman and CEO of the Gold Phuc Company, said the Vietnamese business community in Laos closely follows major political developments at home while contributing to socio-economic development and social welfare activities in Laos, particularly support for disadvantaged and disabled groups.
Lao ambassador highlights significance of Vietnam’s 16th National Assembly election
By VNA
March 13, 2026 | 14:32
The Lao Ambassador voiced her confidence that Vietnam’s new-tenure National Assembly and People’s Councils would continue to deepen parliamentary cooperation between the two countries, while enhancing policy oversight and creating favourable conditions for expanded cooperation in trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity and people-to-people exchanges.
General election helps strengthen overseas Vietnamese engagement with national development
By VNA
March 13, 2026 | 14:29
According to Nguyen Duc Thang, Executive Committee member of the Germany–Vietnam Association and President of the October Arts Club, the 16th National Assembly election continues Vietnam’s electoral tradition dating back to the 1946 General Election and subsequent milestones in parliamentary development. Selecting capable, responsible and visionary representatives will help reinforce democratic foundations, ensure the people’s right to mastery, and enhance the effectiveness of the country’s highest state authority.
Vietnamese in Israel pin hopes on democratic, transparent NA, People’s Council election
By VNA
March 13, 2026 | 14:22
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. They anticipate a democratic, transparent process that will result in the election of deserving representatives.
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