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🇻🇳 Vietnam
One-party socialist republic led by the Communist Party
SystemOne-party socialist republic led by the Communist Party
Head of statePresident Tô Lâm, who holds supreme power as Communist Party General Secretary
Head of governmentPrime Minister Lê Minh Hưng, in office since 2026
LegislatureNational Assembly · about 500 seats
ElectionsNational votes are held but all candidates are vetted by the party-run Fatherland Front · no opposition is permitted
Last election2026-03-15 · National Assembly election
Next election2031 · National Assembly election due
The 14th Party Congress in early 2026 confirmed Tô Lâm's dominance, and he now combines the party leadership with the state presidency while a new government under Lê Minh Hưng was seated after the March 2026 election. Sweeping administrative reforms merged provinces and ministries in the biggest state overhaul in decades. Export-driven growth and careful balancing between Washington and Beijing define its trajectory.
Live encyclopedic leader and election records · verified 2026-07-02
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