Vietnam's President To Lam Assumes Party Chief Responsibilities

Nguyen Phu Trong steps aside due to health issues, with To Lam temporarily leading the Communist Party

To Lam, previously head of internal security, is seen as the top candidate to replace Trong in 2026.
Trong has led a significant anti-corruption campaign since 2017, earning the Gold Star medal recently.
Lam's expanded role is seen as beneficial for political stability in Vietnam.
The Communist Party's Politburo has asked Lam to oversee key party functions.
Vietnam's main stock market showed a slight increase following the announcement.