Hanoi: The Hanoi People’s Council on November 13 elected Nguyen Duc Trung, Deputy Secretary of the municipal Party Committee, as Chairman of the city People’s Committee for the 2021-2026 tenure. The vote took place during the council’s 27th session, convened to decide a number of matters within its authority.

According to Vietnam News Agency, Nguyen Duc Trung’s election marks a significant step in the leadership of Hanoi, as he steps into his new role with the responsibility of overseeing the city’s administrative and developmental functions. The session where Trung was elected was part of a regular council meeting designed to address essential city governance issues.

The election of Nguyen Duc Trung is part of the city’s ongoing efforts to ensure effective leadership and administration. With his experience as Deputy Secretary, Trung is expected to continue contributing to Hanoi’s development and addressing the needs of its citizens throughout his tenure.