Vietnam’s Communist Party Said to Back Lam to Remain Chief

Vietnam’s Communist Party will nominate current General Secretary To Lam to stay in the top job, according to people familiar with the matter, paving the way for him to push on with a reform program that’s reshaping the nation.

In a rare and politically significant move, Lam will also be put forward to hold the dual role of the nation’s presidency, the people said, asking not to be identified because they’re not authorized to speak publicly. This could face a challenge when it gets to the Party Congress, where all leaders are up for election, and would still need parliamentary approval, the people added.