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Ms. Hà Thị Nga Provides Information on 'Extremely Special Congress' and New Leadership of MTTQ Vietnam

Ms. Hà Thị Nga Provides Information on 'Extremely Special Congress' and New Leadership of MTTQ Vietnam

From Tuổi Trẻ · (39m ago) Vietnamese

Translated from Vietnamese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Vietnam Fatherland Front is holding its 11th National Congress from May 2026 to 2031, a significantly shortened term.
  • This accelerated congress schedule aligns with the directives following the 14th National Party Congress to implement new policies and strategies.
  • The upcoming congress will see structural changes, with political-social organizations and mass associations now operating under the umbrella of the Vietnam Fatherland Front.

The upcoming 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, scheduled for May 2026, is being described as 'particularly special.' This designation stems from its shortened term, a strategic decision made with the approval of the Politburo and the Secretariat. This move is not isolated; it is part of a broader national effort to synchronize the activities of various political-social organizations and mass associations with the outcomes of the 14th National Party Congress.

The National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front for the 10th term was held in October 2024, and the 11th Congress is being held in May 2026. This is a shortened term congress and has been approved by the Politburo and the Secretariat.

— Hà Thị NgaMs. Nga explains the reason for the shortened term of the upcoming congress.

As explained by Ms. Hà Thị Nga, Vice Chairwoman and Secretary-General of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, the congress's accelerated timeline is crucial for the swift implementation of the Party Congress's directives. This ensures that the Front and its affiliated organizations can immediately translate the Party's vision, tasks, and solutions into concrete actions. The preparation for this significant event has involved intense work from various sub-committees, demonstrating a high level of professionalism and dedication.

This is a very important decision to ensure unity after the success of the 14th National Party Congress.

— Hà Thị NgaMs. Nga elaborates on the strategic importance of synchronizing the congress with the National Party Congress.

Furthermore, the congress marks a fundamental shift in the operational structure of the Fatherland Front. Following Resolution 18, the Front is no longer just a coordinating body but has become a more encompassing entity. Twenty-nine associations, previously assigned by the Party and State, will now operate under its direct purview. This integration aims to solidify the Front's central coordinating role, fostering greater social consensus and strengthening the national unity required to achieve Vietnam's development aspirations.

The Fatherland Front of Vietnam, along with the political system nationwide, has reorganized its apparatus according to Resolution 18. The Fatherland Front of Vietnam is not just operating as before, but now has an extremely important, widespread, and comprehensive role.

— Hà Thị NgaMs. Nga describes the significant structural changes and expanded role of the Fatherland Front.

From Vietnam's perspective, this congress is a pivotal moment, signaling a new era of comprehensive development. The enhanced role of the Fatherland Front is seen as essential for mobilizing the entire nation towards the goal of building a prosperous and strong Vietnam. This aligns with the national aspiration to realize the country's potential in a new developmental epoch, emphasizing unity and collective effort under the Party's leadership. The emphasis on the Front's coordinating role is key to achieving these national objectives.

The 11th Congress is 'a congress to concretize the very new guidelines, policies, and viewpoints of the Party regarding the activities of the Fatherland Front and political-social organizations.

— Hà Thị NgaMs. Nga highlights the congress's role in implementing new Party directives.
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Originally published by Tuổi Trẻ in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.