About
Phạm Văn Đồng was a prominent Vietnamese politician who served as Prime Minister of North Vietnam from 1955 to 1976. He played a crucial role in leading North Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Following the reunification of North and South Vietnam, he became the Prime Minister of the unified Vietnam from 1976 until his retirement in 1987. Considered one of Ho Chi Minh's closest lieutenants, Đồng was instrumental in shaping Vietnam's post-colonial development.
Career Timeline
Prime Minister of North Vietnam
Appointed PM, key role in the Vietnam War.
Prime Minister of Unified Vietnam
Continued as PM after reunification.
Retires from Premiership
End of his long tenure as Prime Minister.
Death in Hanoi
Pham Van Dong passes away in Hanoi.
Remembered as Key Leader
Pham Van Dong is remembered as one of Vietnam's most impactful politicians.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026