Bangkok, Jan. 12 -- The Association of Vietnamese in Thailand held its 2026-2028 congress in Udon Thani province on January 11 to elect a new executive board to lead community affairs in the country over the next three years.

According to a report presented at the congress, the 2021-2025 term faced numerous challenges, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, the association played a pivotal role in connecting the community and safeguarding their legitimate interests, while promoting solidarity and mutual support.

During the past term, the association consolidated its local chapters, especially in northeastern Thailand, attracted more young entrepreneurs and intellectuals, expanded Vietnamese language classes for third- and fou...