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JUST IN: Vietnam Names Army General Cuong As New President

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Monday, October 21, 2024 at 01:39 PM

Written by Daukoru Grey

JUST IN: Vietnam Names Army General Cuong As New President

Vietnam’s parliament has unanimously approved Army General Luong Cuong as the country’s new President.

The announcement was made on Monday 21st October, 2024, making him the fourth President in two years.

The president in Vietnam occupies a largely ceremonial role, which includes meeting foreign counterparts.

All 440 National Assembly deputies at Monday’s session voted to pass the nomination, according to report.

Cuong takes over as president from To Lam, who has unusually held the role alongside his position as general secretary during recent upheaval linked to a major anti-corruption campaign.

As the Communist party’s general secretary, Lam is the most powerful figure in Vietnam’s leadership structure.

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JUST IN: Vietnam Names Army General Cuong As New President

Vietnam’s parliament has unanimously approved Army General Luong Cuong as the country’s new President.

The announcement was made on Monday 21st October, 2024, making him the fourth President in two years.

The president in Vietnam occupies a largely ceremonial role, which includes meeting foreign counterparts.

All 440 National Assembly deputies at Monday’s session voted to pass the nomination, according to report.

Cuong takes over as president from To Lam, who has unusually held the role alongside his position as general secretary during recent upheaval linked to a major anti-corruption campaign.

As the Communist party’s general secretary, Lam is the most powerful figure in Vietnam’s leadership structure.

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