nguyên lão
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A veteran statesman is an experienced and highly respected political leader who has served the country for a long time and holds significant influential authority.
vi Vị nguyên lão này đã dành cả đời để phục vụ đất nước.
en This veteran statesman has dedicated his life to serving the country.
In certain political systems, this term refers to a senator or a member of a high-ranking council of elders responsible for making important legislative decisions.
vi Các vị nguyên lão đang thảo luận về dự luật mới tại thượng viện.
en The senators are discussing the new bill in the senate.