Hanoi: National Assembly deputies elected General Secretary of the Vietnam Communist Party Central Committee and NA deputy to the 16th legislature To Lam as State President on the second day of the first session on April 7 morning. With 495 out of 495 delegates voting in favour, or 99 percent of the total number of NA deputies, the National Assembly passed a resolution electing General Secretary To Lam, born in 1957, as President of Vietnam for the 2026-2031 term. Following the vote, the new State President took the oath of office.

According to Vietnam News Agency, To Lam's election marks a significant moment in Vietnam's political landscape, with his unanimous support reflecting strong backing from the National Assembly deputies. The newly elected State President is expected to lead the country through his five-year term, guiding Vietnam's policies and international relations. To Lam has served in various capacities within the Communist Party, demonstrating leadership that eventually led to his current position as State President.