Hanoi: The 9th National Congress of the Vietnam Farmers' Union (VNFU) for the 2026-2031 term officially opened at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi on June 8. National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, Permanent Member of the Secretariat of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Tran Cam Tu, and Chairwoman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee Bui Thi Minh Hoai, along with other incumbent and former leaders of the Party and State, attended the opening session. According to Vietnam News Agency, the congress is a significant event for the Vietnam Farmers' Union, setting the direction and priorities for the next five years. The gathering aims to address key issues faced by farmers and rural communities in Vietnam, focusing on sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing the welfare of the farming population. The congress will also review the achievements and challenges faced by the VNFU over the past term. Discussions and workshops are expected to take place, providing a platfor m for delegates to share insights and strategies to improve the agricultural sector's performance in Vietnam. The presence of high-ranking officials underscores the importance of the congress in shaping the future of Vietnam's agricultural policies. The outcomes of the congress will be closely monitored by stakeholders within the agricultural sector and beyond.