Vietnam's Top Leader Calls for Stronger, More Modern People's Police Force

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has lauded the People's Police for their significant contributions to national security and socio-economic development, urging the force to become stronger and more modern. To Lam highlighted that recent socio-economic achievements in Vietnam were made possible by the considerable contributions of the People's Public Security force, particularly the People's Police, senior police leaders over different periods, and the Association of Former People's Public Security Officers through grassroots movements safeguarding national security. He highly appreciated these contributions and stressed the need for further strengthening the police force. Furthermore, To Lam called for the development of a technologically proficient criminal police force, a crucial step to counter sophisticated criminal methods and enable effective investigation and law enforcement. He also praised the strong performance of the mobile police force, indicating its indispensability in maintaining public order. Notably, To Lam called for the building of an elite, modern, and humane prison management police force. This indicates Vietnam's aim to transition towards a modern correctional system that not only maintains order but also respects the human rights of inmates and supports their rehabilitation. In Vietnam, a one-party state, strengthening and modernizing the police force is considered a critical policy objective for maintaining domestic stability and bolstering economic growth. Geopolitical factors, including complex relations with China and rising tensions in the South China Sea, also likely reinforce the need for enhanced domestic security capabilities.