HANOI, May 21 (Xinhua) -- The Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) has officially set March 15, 2026, as the date for the next national election, the Vietnam News Agency reported Wednesday.
The election will determine deputies for the 16th NA and members of People's Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term.
The 16th NA's first session must convene no later than 60 days after the election date, while the newly-elected People's Councils are required to hold their inaugural sessions within 45 days.
Lawmakers also passed a resolution on Wednesday to shorten the current term of the 15th NA and the People's Councils by three months.
The current term will conclude in April 2026 instead of July, according to the resolution. ■