Nguyen Van Quang re-elected as Chief Justice for 2026-2031 term

The resolution confirms that Quang, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Chief Justice for the 2021-2026 term will continue leading the country’s top court for another five-year term.

Chief Justice of the Supreme People’s Court Nguyen Van Quang at the swearing-in ceremony

Following the vote, Quang took the oath of office before the legislature, pledging loyalty to the country, people and Constitution; and committing to fulfilling the duties entrusted by the Party, State and people.

Quang, 57, hails from the northern port city of Hai Phong. He holds a doctorate in law and advanced political theory credentials. He serves as Secretary of the 14th Party Central Committee, member of the Party Central Committee for the 13th and 14th tenures, and deputy to the N.A. in the 15th and 16th tenures. He now holds the dual role of Secretary of the Party Committee and Chief Justice of the Supreme People’s Court.

Prior to his current position, he held several senior posts, including Deputy Prosecutor General of the Supreme People’s Procuracy, Standing Vice Secretary and Secretary of the Da Nang municipal People’s Committee, and Standing Deputy Inspector General of the Government Inspectorate.

Source: VNA