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Vietnam's Lam Set to Retain Leadership Amid Speculations

12/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

To Lam, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is poised to retain leadership as the party finalizes candidates ahead of the January congress.
Lam is known for ambitious reforms and has broad support, but critics say his policies benefit a select group of firms.
Speculation centers on successors for the presidency and prime ministership, with Army General Luong Cuong and former central bank chief Le Minh Hung named.

History

Historical Context

In 1986, Vietnam's Communist Party initiated Doi Moi reforms, transitioning from a centrally planned economy to a socialist-oriented market economy under General Secretary Nguyen Van Linh. This shift aimed to stimulate growth and attract foreign investment, resulting in an annual GDP increase of over 7%. Today, under General Secretary Tô Lâm, debates continue over reform benefits, highlighting ongoing economic disparities.

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Story summary

To Lam, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is poised to retain leadership as the party finalizes candidates ahead of the January congress.
Lam is known for ambitious reforms and has broad support, but critics say his policies benefit a select group of firms.
Speculation centers on successors for the presidency and prime ministership, with Army General Luong Cuong and former central bank chief Le Minh Hung named.

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