Decree-Law No. 230 Regarding the Delegation of the Position of National Military Commander to Mr. Vo Nguyen Giap, who currently holds the position of Minister of Defense

Decree-Law No. 230 in 1946 delegates to Mr. Vo Nguyen Giap, at that time serving as Minister of Defense, the position of National Military Commander. This document aims to ensure unified leadership and command over armed forces.

Document No.230
Document typeDecree
Issuing authorityCentral Account
Signed byHồ Chí Minh — Chủ tịch Chính phủ
Updated18/06/2026
FieldUncategorized
Issued date30/11/1946
Effective date15/12/1946
Expiry date
StatusExpired
✦ Smart summary

Decree-Law No. 230 in 1946 delegates to Mr. Vo Nguyen Giap, at that time serving as Minister of Defense, the position of National Military Commander. This document aims to ensure unified leadership and command over armed forces.

Scope of application

Mr. Vo Nguyen Giap

Key points

  • Mr. Vo Nguyen Giap is delegated the position of National Military Commander - Article 1
  • The Minister of Defense and the Secretary-General of the Prime Minister's Office shall implement this Decree-Law - Article 2

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Mr. Vo Nguyen Giap is granted authority to lead the national military, enhancing command and coordination capabilities for armed forces.
  • The Standing Committee of the National Assembly and the Council of Ministers have a legal basis to carry out decisions related to military affairs.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What position was Mr. Vo Nguyen Giap delegated?

Mr. Vo Nguyen Giap is delegated the position of National Military Commander.

Who must implement this Decree-Law?

The Minister of Defense and the Secretary-General of the Prime Minister's Office shall implement this Decree-Law.

Full text

 

 

 

 

DECREE-LAW

No. 230 dated November 30, 1946

CHAIRMAN OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

Pursuant to the resolution of the National Assembly of Vietnam determining the powers and duties of the Chairman of the Government of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam,

After consultation with the Standing Committee of the National Assembly and the Council of Ministers,

 

ENACTS THE FOLLOWING DECREE-LAW:

Article 1. The General Commander-in-Chief of the national armed forces is hereby delegated to Mr. Vo Nguyen Giap, currently serving as Minister of Defense.

Article 2. The Minister of Defense and the Secretary-General of the Chairman of the Government shall implement this Decree-Law accordingly./.

 

 

 

Ho Chi Minh

(Signed)

 

 

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