President of Vietnam

The President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam () is, according to the constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the elected head of state of Vietnam, holds the second highest office in Vietnam after General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam. 
In addition, the president appoints the head of government, the Prime Minister. The President represents the government both domestically and internationally.
The President appoints the Vice President, Prime Minister, Ministers and other officials with the consent of the National Assembly.
The President is the Supreme Commander-in-chief of the Vietnam People's Armed Forces, Chairman of the Council for Defense and Security. 
If the President becomes unable to discharge duties of office, the Vice President assumes the office of acting president until the President resumes duty, or until the election of a new president.