Archive · 23 Jan 2026
To Lam Reappointed as Vietnam's Communist Party Chief
To Lam, a 68-year-old former police officer, was chosen again to lead Vietnam's Communist Party for the next five years.
He is known for making big changes in the country, like helping businesses grow and fighting corruption.
He also works to keep good relationships with other countries, even though there have been some problems with the United States.
To Lam likes music and art and has helped build new opera houses in Hanoi.
He is now trying to have both the top party and government jobs, like the leader of China.
To Lam reappointed as Vietnam's Communist Party chief for a five-year term.
Known for promoting economic reforms and strengthening private conglomerates.
Expanded police powers and oversaw a large anti-corruption campaign.
Pursued a balanced foreign policy, maintaining relations with major powers despite U.S. tariffs.
Seeking to combine the roles of party chief and head of state, similar to China's Xi Jinping.
- Who
- To Lam
- What
- Reappointed as Vietnam's Communist Party chief
- When
- January 23, 2024
- Where
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Why
- Party congress decision
- Leader
- To Lam
- Position
- Head of the Communist Party
- Term
- 5 years
- Event
- Party congress
- Location
- Hanoi
- Age
- 68
- Background
- Former police officer and minister of public security
- Foreign Policy
- Balancing relations with major powers
Sources
Vietnam Communist Party confirms To Lam as leader for next 5 years
To Lam wins second term to rule Vietnam through 2030
From top cop to reformist, Vietnam’s To Lam cements his grip
To Lam wins second term to rule Vietnam for the next five years
China’s Xi lauds ‘shared future’ with Vietnam after To Lam’s re-election
To Lam wins new term to rule Vietnam for the next five years