National flags, the Party flags, along with numerous banners, posters and slogans are decorated on main streets of Huế City to welcome the 14th National Party Congress. — VNA/VNS Photo Văn Dũng

HÀ NỘI — In the central city of Huế, where a bustling atmosphere is felt across all streets ahead of the 14th National Congress, a strong sense of unity and optimism is evident throughout the central city, reflecting residents’ deep confidence in and high expectations for the congress, widely regarded as a historic milestone ushering in a new era – the era of the nation's rise.

Expectations from veteran revolutionaries

Nguyễn Đình Ngộ, 90, a former National Assembly deputy for three consecutive terms (7th, 8th and 9th tenures) representing the former Thừa Thiên-Huế Province (now Huế City), expressed pride and optimism ahead of the congress. He said the Party had consistently adhered to the revolutionary path charted by President Hồ Chí Minh, with its correctness and superiority proven through historical challenges.

He noted that the Party had always placed the people at the centre, regularly listening to public opinions, practising democracy, and consulting the population on major issues to ensure policies align with people’s interests.

He particularly welcomed the Party’s resolute anti-corruption drive, carried out with determination, without forbidden zones or exceptions, as a clear demonstration of its commitment to organisational integrity.

Ngộ also noted that the Party’s leadership remained proactive in embracing global development trends, especially through the promotion of digital transformation and innovative policies, contributing to Việt Nam’s growing international standing.

He voiced his confidence that the 14th National Party Congress would be a success and expressed hope that future policies would continue to prioritise social welfare, with stronger investment in health care and education, moving gradually towards free medical services and education to ensure equitable access to development gains.

Calls for breakthroughs in education, science, technology, social welfare

Associate Professor Dr. Võ Thanh Tùng, President of the University of Sciences under Huế University, said he firmly believed the congress would play a pivotal role in advancing renewal and modernisation, guiding the country into a new development era. As both a Party member and an education administrator, he expressed strong expectations that education would be positioned as a central pillar, driving force and foundation for national development.

Tùng highlighted recent landmark policies, including Politburo Resolution 71 on breakthroughs in education and training, and Resolution 57 on science, technology, innovation and national digital transformation, describing them as timely catalysts that have injected new momentum into education reform and scientific advancement.

He hoped the congress would further institutionalise bold and decisive mechanisms, particularly in basic sciences, high technologies and advanced engineering.

As a research-oriented institution and one of the country’s three major centres for basic sciences, the University of Sciences pledged to strive for new achievements in celebration of the congress, contributing to national progress in the new era, Tùng said.

Meanwhile, Lê Viết Hoàn, Chief of the Office of the An Cựu Ward Party Committee, noted that the congress would take place at a special juncture, as Việt Nam implements a two-tier local government model following administrative streamlining and restructuring. He described this as an important foundation for more effective governance aligned with public needs.

Representing younger generations, Nguyễn Ánh, a fourth-year student at the University of Sciences, expressed hope that the congress would adopt policies supporting post-graduation employment, encouraging innovative start-ups, reducing institutional bottlenecks, and creating conditions for young people to secure stable livelihoods and sustainable development.

Ánh also voiced expectations for greater trust in youth by assigning them responsibilities in start-up projects, scientific research and digital transformation initiatives. — VNA/VNS