Vietnam Security Chief rubber-stamp parliament has confirmed the country’s new president, giving the position to the Minister of Public Health.
Previously embroiled in a major anti-corruption campaign that forced his predecessor to resign, the National Assembly unanimously voted on a deal that approved 66-year-old Lam as the president in elections where he was the sole candidate for the position.
A major crackdown dubbed the “Blasting Blaze” has caught numerous senior government and business leaders, along with thousands of individuals, involving allegations of corruption.Lam played a central role in the Anti-Corruption Steering Committee.
Lam took power from Vuong Dinh Hue, who resigned from the party in March, just a year after becoming chairman of the National Assembly amid allegations of “violations and mistakes.” Hue resigned from his position as chairman of the National Assembly the following month, citing “violations and mistakes.”
Analysts suggest that Lam, who serves as deputy head of the Anti-Corruption Steering Committee. Has weaponized his investigations to eliminate his political rivals.
Under his tenure as Minister of Public Health, Lam had initiated several healthcare reforms, earning him praise domestically and raising his profile within the ruling Communist Party. However, critics argue that his upward push to the presidency is greater the result of political manoeuvring than true public help.
Vietnam’s National Assembly: A Rubber Stamp Parliament?
Vietnam’s National Assembly, widely seen as a rubber-stamp parliament for the Communist Party, often confirms appointments without significant opposition. Despite being technically a multi-party system, the Communist Party of Vietnam maintains tight control over all branches of government. Vietnam Security Chief.
Lam’s confirmation as president marks a continuation of the party’s dominance in Vietnamese politics. With little indication of meaningful change or democratization within the near future. Vietnam faces challenges ranging from monetary development to human rights troubles, Both local and international communities will closely watch Lam’s presidency.
