Speaking to Vietnam News Agency ahead of Vietnam’s upcoming elections for the National Assembly of Vietnam and local People’s Councils for the 2026–2030 term, Takebe highlighted the significance of parliamentary cooperation in strengthening ties between the two countries.

He said close coordination between the two legislatures helps ensure the legal framework and budgetary support necessary for implementing diplomatic agreements reached by their governments.

According to Takebe, this cooperation has enabled a number of long-term strategic projects to be carried out steadily and effectively.

One notable example, he said, is the Vietnam–Japan University (VJU). The project, regarded as a symbol of bilateral cooperation, might not have overcome initial challenges without strong backing from the parliaments of both countries.

Looking ahead, Takebe said parliamentary cooperation would continue to play a key role, particularly in supporting programmes aimed at developing high-quality human resources.

He cited the establishment of the VJU Academy, a Japan-focused cultural, technology and language training initiative being developed in partnership with several technology companies in Vietnam. The programme is designed to provide training in information technology as well as reskilling opportunities for Vietnamese trainees returning from Japan.

Such initiatives represent an important step in building a highly skilled workforce capable of contributing to the economic development of both countries, he emphasised.

He also noted that creating mechanisms to develop human resources through legislation and budgetary support is one of the notable achievements of parliamentary cooperation between Vietnam and Japan.

Reflecting on Vietnam’s political history, Takebe referred to the country’s 1946 general election as an important milestone that affirmed the principle that the people are the masters of the nation. He said the National Assembly has since played a central role in building a law-governed state and shaping national development policies.

As Vietnam moves to strengthen its human resource strategy and improve the investment environment in pursuit of a new development phase, Takebe said the role of the National Assembly would become even more important in refining the legal framework and supporting sustainable growth.

The politician expressed hope that the Vietnamese legislature would continue to advance reforms in education, science, technology and industry through transparent legislation. Such efforts, he said, would not only give Japanese investors greater confidence in expanding technology transfer, but also create favourable conditions for citizens and businesses to fully realise their potential, contributing to a prosperous future for both Vietnam and Japan.

Vietnamese voters will cast their ballots on March 15 to elect deputies to the 16th National Assembly and local People’s Council for the 2026-2031 term.

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