“Lac Hong Censer” – A Tribute to Heritage and Wisdom
From the sacred land of the Hung Kings and the fertile banks of the Red River, this handcrafted censer embodies Viet Nam’s spiritual essence and the enduring vitality of its cultural heritage.
Each detail, shaped by the hands of Vietnamese artisans, carries the wish for peace, enlightenment, and enduring prosperity.

I am honored to present this “Lac Hong Censer” as a token of respect and appreciation, symbolizing the shared values of harmony, dedication, and service that unite parliaments around the world.
May its gentle fragrance remind us of our collective aspiration to strengthen cooperation, uphold integrity, and advance wisdom in parliamentary service.
Ms. Le Thu Ha, born on November 26, 1968 in Ha Noi, Viet Nam, is a senior parliamentary administrator and two-term legislator with over 30 years of experience in parliamentary administration, inter-parliamentary diplomacy, and legislative leadership.
She is dedicated to advancing professionalism, transparency, and institutional effectiveness within parliamentary systems, while promoting international dialogue and sustainable development.
A strong Parliament is where intellect, integrity, and dedication come together in service of the people and the nation.
— Le Thu Ha 
Bachelor of Science – Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi, 1990
Executive and leadership programs completed in the United States, Japan, Canada, Russia, and Singapore.
Master of Public Policy – National University of Singapore (NUS), 1998
By strengthening our Association, we strengthen parliaments; and by strengthening parliaments, we strengthen democracy itself.
— Le Thu Ha 
Joined the Association of Secretaries General of Parliaments (ASGP) in 2025, committed to strengthening parliamentary institutions and international best practices
Fluent in English and Russian, with working knowledge of French. Brings strategic leadership, multilateral diplomacy, and organizational management to all her roles.
Vice Chair, Office of the National Assembly
(since March 2025)
Oversees strategic coordination of legislative, oversight, and international relations activities, ensuring professionalism, transparency, and effective support to the National Assembly and its members.
Vice Chair, Foreign Affairs Committee
(2022–2025)
Directed parliamentary diplomacy, supervised foreign policy and international agreements.
Member of the National Assembly – 14th (2016–2021) & 15th (2021–2026) Legislatures
Contributed administrative insight to law-making, oversight, and constituency work.
Director, Foreign Affairs Department – Office of the National Assembly (2010-2025)
Led coordination of international cooperation and inter-parliamentary activities.
Deputy Consul General of Viet Nam in San Francisco, United States (2009-2013)
Strengthened bilateral and parliamentary ties, expanded Viet Nam’s network of international partners.
Regular participant and speaker at major inter-parliamentary forums:
Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)
ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA)
Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF)
Directed and hosted regional IPU meetings and thematic conferences in Viet Nam, elevating the country’s parliamentary profile and strengthening
international parliamentary cooperation.
In these arenas, she consistently champions gender equality and the political participation of women, aligning with the mission of the ASGP.
 Collaborated with the IPU Secretariat to deliver a landmark gathering of over 160 national parliaments
Deputy Secretary-General, National Organizing Committee for the 132nd Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly (Hà Nội, 2015)
Contributed to the adoption of the “Hà Nội Declaration”, affirming the role of parliaments in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Provided overall leadership and coordination for the preparation of the ASGP meeting.