Luong Cuong Elected as Vietnam's New State President
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Election Date | Monday, October 2023 |
| Elected Official | Luong Cuong (Army General) |
| Parliament Votes | Unanimous support from all 440 deputies present |
| Predecessor | To Lam |
| Reason for Election | To restore stability after political upheaval, high-level departures, and reshuffles |
| Significance | Aims to stabilize Vietnam's political landscape following leadership challenges |
| Luong Cuong's Age | 67 years old (Born August 15, 1957) |
| Birthplace | Phu Tho province, Vietnam |
| Education | Bachelor's degree in Party building and State governance; trained in advanced political theory |
| Military Career | Joined the army in 1975, rose to Major General by 2006, served as Chief of the General Department of Politics under the Vietnam People's Army |
| Political Career | Member of Party Central Committee (11th, 12th, 13th tenures); Politburo member (2021); Standing member of the Secretariat (2024) |