Le Kha Phieu

ModernGeneralVietnam1931 — ?

Vietnamese CPV general secretary.

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Quick Facts

Born

1931

Country

Vietnam

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)23

Political (20%)38

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)58

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score42.2

Le Kha Phieu — Complete Timeline

1996 AD

Oversaw the 8th National Party CongressPolitical Action◆ Major

Le Kha Phieu played a key role in organizing the 8th National Party Congress, which set the direction for Vietnam's economic reforms (Doi Moi) and foreign policy. The congress reaffirmed the party's commitment to market-oriented reforms.

Doi MoiParty CongressEconomic Reform

Impact: nationalconstructive

1997 AD

Elected as General Secretary of the Communist Party of VietnamPolitical Action◆ Major

Le Kha Phieu was elected as General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, succeeding Do Muoi. His election marked a shift in leadership during a period of economic reform and normalization of relations with the US.

Communist PartyLeadershipVietnam

Impact: national

2001 AD

Removed from Party LeadershipPolitical Action◆ Major

Le Kha Phieu was removed as General Secretary at the 9th National Party Congress, replaced by Nong Duc Manh. His removal was attributed to internal party disputes and perceived failures in economic management.

Political PurgeLeadership ChangeParty Dispute

Impact: nationaltragic

2006 AD

Expelled from the Communist PartyPolitical Action◆ Major

Le Kha Phieu was expelled from the Communist Party of Vietnam for alleged violations of party discipline. The expulsion marked a dramatic fall from grace for the former top leader, though he remained a controversial figure.

ExpulsionParty DisciplineDisgrace

Impact: nationaltragic