Legislature adopts revised military officers law

Most of the deputies present at the 15th N.A.'s 8th sitting voting in favor of the law on amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Officers of the Vietnam People's Army

The new legislation, set to take effect from December 1 this year, introduces notable changes to the retirement age and rank structure of the Vietnamese military officers.

Accordingly, the legislature decided to raise the retirement age by one to five years across different ranks, with junior officials retiring at 50, majors serving until 52, lieutenant colonels until 54 years old, colonels until 56, senior colonels 58, and those holding the general rankings 60.

Officers could have their service extended by up to five years if they meet organizational requirements and maintain professional standards. In extraordinary circumstances, further extensions may be granted at the Defense Minister's discretion.

Besides, the law sets limitations on high-ranking military positions, with the Defense Minister, the Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army, and the Director of the General Department of Political Affairs holding the General rank.

The next tier includes up to 14 position for Lieutenant Generals and Navy Admirals, comprising key leadership roles such as Deputy Defense Ministers and Navy Admirals, Deputy Chief of the General Staff, and Deputy Director of the General Department of Political Affairs.

Source: VNA