Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party has reappointed To Lam as general secretary, securing another five-year term after a unanimous vote at its five-yearly congress, as he pledged to accelerate economic growth and governance reform.
All 180 members of the new Central Committee backed To Lam, reaffirming his authority in Vietnam’s one-party system. He outlined a leadership model centred on integrity, merit, and performance measured by results.
Key developments
• The party adopted a resolution targeting at least 10% annual GDP growth through the decade.
• A new 19-member Politburo was appointed as the party’s top decision-making body.
• The leadership line-up elevated figures including National Assembly chair Tran Thanh Man and former central bank governor Le Minh Hung.
During his tenure since mid-2024, Lam has driven rapid growth through sweeping reforms, drawing both praise and criticism for large-scale public sector layoffs. He has sought to balance reform with party unity, reaffirming the leading role of state-owned firms such as Viettel.
Analysts say his reappointment reassures foreign investors, though his reported interest in also becoming president has raised debate about power concentration. Chinese President Xi Jinping sent congratulations, underscoring regional ties.
ℹ️ Reuters
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