Hanoi: Voter turnout nationwide reached the highest level ever recorded, Nguyen Huu Dong, Chairman of the National Assembly’s Committee for Deputy Affairs and member of the National Election Council (NEC), said at a press conference on March 21 announcing the resolution on the results of the general election and the list of elected deputies to the 16th NA. According to preliminary reports from 34 provinces and centrally-governed cities, as many as 76,198,214 out of 76,423,940 eligible voters cast ballots, representing a turnout of 99.7% – the highest-ever rate recorded. Regarding the election of deputies to the 16th NA, a total of 500 deputies were elected from 863 candidates. Of those nominated by central agencies and organisations, 214 were elected while two were unsuccessful.
According to Vietnam News Agency, the remarkable voter turnout marks a significant achievement in the nation’s electoral history, demonstrating widespread civic engagement and interest in the democratic process. The results underline the effectiveness of measures taken to facilitate voter participation and ensure transparency throughout the election. The general election saw a diverse range of candidates, with 500 deputies successfully elected to the 16th National Assembly out of a pool of 863 candidates. This includes a significant representation from central agencies and organizations, with 214 out of 216 nominated individuals securing their positions.