Vietnam appoints new prime minister

Vietnam's National Assembly held an extraordinary meeting on Monday, resulting in the election of Le Minh Tri as Chief Justice of the Supreme People's Court, succeeding Nguyen Hoa Binh, who was appointed as deputy prime minister. Tri, who has a comprehensive background in law and public service, took his oath of office following the vote. The assembly also appointed three new deputy prime ministers, including Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son and Finance Minister Ho Duc Phoc, while dismissing two others amid ongoing political restructuring following recent corruption scandals. This reshuffle is part of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's efforts to stabilize his administration after significant personnel changes, including the removal of officials linked to misconduct. The assembly's actions reflect a continued push for anti-corruption measures in Vietnam's political landscape. Overall, these developments highlight a significant realignment within the government, aiming to address pressing national issues.