The voters expressed their pleasure at having their concerns heard by the 13^th National Assembly's third meeting which ended earlier this month.

Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong meets voters in Ba Dinh District, Hanoi

However, the voters expressed concerns over worsening drug crimes, increasing complaints, corruption, food safety, environment, land management and the efficiency of State-owned enterprises and education.

In response to corruption concerns, Mr Trong said the Resolution of the fourth session of the Communist Party of Vietnam's Central Committee played a vital role.

The resolution must be implemented with determination and in the long run bring into full play the good nature of the Party and fix negative practices, he said.

Talking about challenges in international integration, the Party leader stressed the need to protect the country's independence and sovereignty and maintain peace and stability for national development.

In dealing with external relations, the highest benefits of the country and the people must be ensured, he added.