Vietnam’s New Leadership: Old Path, New Expectations

Over the past few months, Vietnam has experienced unprecedented shifts in its political landscape, including high-level personnel changes and the resignation of senior officials due to allegations of corruption. Despite concerns from international observers, these developments have not disrupted the nation’s collective commitment towards greater accountability, economic progress, and political stability inscribed in policies set by the 13th national congress of Vietnam’s Communist Party three years ago.

Just a month ago, President To Lam was confirmed as the head of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) following the death of his predecessor, Nguyen PhuTrong. Lam, in support of Trong’s policies, played a crucial role in the sweeping anti-graft corruption campaign that resulted in the imprisonment of dozens of high-ranking party officials and the resignation of many others, including two consecutive presidents.

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