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Vietnam's Communist Party Secures 97% of Assembly Seats

3/22/2026

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Vietnam's Communist Party won about 97% of the 500 seats in the national assembly on March 15.
Voter turnout exceeded 99%, consistent with prior elections.
The unicameral Parliament will begin its session on April 6 to confirm Mr. To Lam as president.
The election aligns Vietnam's political structure more closely with China, despite historical tensions.

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Vietnam's Communist Party won about 97% of the 500 seats in the national assembly on March 15.
Voter turnout exceeded 99%, consistent with prior elections.
The unicameral Parliament will begin its session on April 6 to confirm Mr. To Lam as president.
The election aligns Vietnam's political structure more closely with China, despite historical tensions.