Hanoi, March 15 -- They will also cast votes to elect 72,611 deputies to People's Councils at all levels from 120,873 candidates.

The general election begins at 7:00 a.m. and is set to conclude at 7:00 p.m. on the same day, except in cases where voting is extended as permitted by law, but no later than 9:00 p.m.

State President Luong Cuong, Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man, and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh cast ballots. Photo: VGP

The general election is a significant political event in Viet Nam, which takes place following the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam.

It reflects the people's right to directly choose representatives who will convey their aspirations and interests to the country's hi...