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General Secretary and President To Lam stressed at the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Father Front (MTTQ) that the organization must monitor issues of public concern and “not let legitimate opinions of the people fall silent.” He said officials cannot monitor or critique effectively without backbone. The congress, held in a special context, marks a new stage in MTTQ development with a new position, organizational model, and tasks.
To Lam outlined five priority tasks for the 2026–2031 term, emphasizing that MTTQ should:
To Lam said the congress should clearly define what MTTQ must do and how to do it to continue serving as a gathering place for public sentiment, a channel for feedback from the people, a protector of the people’s legitimate interests, and a source of national unity. He concluded with confidence that MTTQ will continue to develop more strongly and practically, acting as a central hub for national unity and a reliable bridge between the Party, the State, and the people.
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