Vietnam votes in public security minister as president

VietNam's National Assembly elected Public Security Minister “To Lam” as the country's new president on Wednesday morning. In a secret ballot, 472 of 473 NA deputies voted to approve the nomination.

At the swearing-in ceremony, Lam said the position is a big honor and responsibility, as well as a great opportunity for him to contribute to the country and serve the people. In accordance with the Constitution, the Vietnamese president represents the country on both internal and external affairs.