During a visit to the Election Press Center in Hanoi at noon on March 15, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, who also serves as head of the National Election Council of Vietnam, praised journalists for their proactive, timely and responsible coverage of the election.
Chủ tịch Quốc hội Trần Thanh Mẫn thăm và phát biểu tại Trung tâm báo chí tại Nhà Quốc hội (Hà Nội). Ảnh: Doãn Tấn - TTXVN
Earlier that morning, after casting his vote at Polling Station No. 14 in Hoc Mon district of Ho Chi Minh City, he returned to Hanoi to directly oversee election operations. He visited the National Election Council Office, the Election Operations Center and the Election Press Center to receive updates on the nationwide voting process.
At the National Assembly’s digital operations center, he was briefed on the election situation across the country as of midday. He urged the council’s office to promptly provide updates on election developments and to maintain close coordination with media agencies to ensure the dissemination of accurate and official information.
Joining the nationwide preparations for the 2026–2031 elections for the National Assembly and People’s Councils at all
levels, voters across the country are actively seeking information about
candidates to choose worthy representatives. In Hong Ha Ward, Hanoi, Vu Thi
Tuyet—born in 1931 and a 75-year Party member—is a particularly exemplary voter
who consistently shows strong interest and a deep sense of responsibility in
every election. Photo: Khanh Long/VNP
Members of the election team assist an elderly voter at Polling Station No. 26 in Ty Phung Village. Photo: Tran Thanh Giang/VNP
Meeting reporters working at the press center, Chairman Man acknowledged the important role of the press in reflecting the spirit of the voters and the sense of responsibility and civic engagement shown by citizens nationwide. He noted that media coverage had contributed significantly to creating a nationwide atmosphere of excitement and unity on this important political occasion.
He called on media agencies to continue closely following developments, providing fast and accurate updates from localities, thereby strengthening public trust and reinforcing the collective spirit of the election day.
Voters exercise their civic rights at a polling station. Photo: Viet Cuong/VNP
Highlighting the significance of the event, Chairman Man emphasized that voting is both a fundamental right and a sacred duty of every citizen, particularly as this election coincides with the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s first general election.
“I am confident that voters nationwide will turn out in large numbers, cast their ballots properly and in full, and choose capable and ethical candidates who are worthy of serving as deputies to the National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels, thereby helping lead the country into a new era, an era of national advancement, and successfully implement the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress,” National Assembly Chair Tran Thanh Man said.