(VOVworld) – 496 out of 870 candidates were elected to the 14^th National Assembly, the National Electoral Council announced on Thursday. 67 million voters cast their ballots in the 14^th National Assembly and people’s council election for the 2016-2021 tenure.

National Assembly Vice Chairman Phung Quoc Hien told reporters that elections were successful, democratic, fair, and lawful. After announcing the election results, the Council will address petitions, if any, verify the eligibility of the elected, and work on the 14^th National Assembly’s report at its first session.