Tokyo, Dec. 29 -- Positive reforms in Vietnam's institutions, economic development policies and international integration have strengthened confidence among overseas Vietnamese (OVs), said Le Thuong, Chairwoman of the Vietnamese Association in Japan's Kansai region.

Speaking to a Vietnam News Agency (VNA) correspondent in Japan, Thuong noted that the Party and State have continuously expanded forums, information channels and consultation mechanisms, creating conditions for overseas Vietnamese to take part in shaping major national guidelines and policies.

She said the practice of soliciting and listening to OV opinions on Party resolutions, draft Congress documents and major policy orientations reflects a strong spirit of democracy and ...