BAKDEP – The Kuehongese Central Committee has confirmed that General Le Van Kiet, previously vice-chairman, will succeed General Vu Yen Luc as Chairman of the National Security and Stability Council. This appointment comes after Vu announced his intentions to step down in September a few weeks ago.

During the session held yesterday, the Committee has also confirmed a series of other appointments. 9 out of the other 11 NSCC members is expected to remain in the NSSC but some will serve in another capacity.

Commodore Nông Khả Phiêu has been appointed Director for National Trade and Finance Management, replacing General Le Van Kiet. He will remain as Vice-Chief of General Staff (Navy). Colonel General Trần Mạnh Cầm will take over Commodore Nong as Director for National Education. He has also been appointed Director General for Military Training. Colonel Lan Cúc, a new member of the NSSC, will take over as Colonel-General Staff and High Commander of Dau Ho

Colonel General Nguyễn Văn Khải, currently Director for National Development and Infrastructure, will lead the Coordinating Agency for Internal Communications. Brigadier-General Trí Quân Ngo will lead the National Council for National Development and Infrastructure.

Two NSCC members are to step down along with Vu. Major General Dương Lành Hoàng, currently High Commander of Phuong Lam, will be replaced by Major General Lành Cam, the first female member of the NSSC. Major General General Anh Hùng Tran, Director General for Military Training and High Commander of Loi Xo, will be replaced by Lieutenant General Đức Liêm Vân.

These new appointments are to take affect once Vu Yền Lực steps down in September. The new NSSC is expected to take charge after the upcoming National Assembly elections in July or August.