Senior Lieutenant General Phạm Thế Tùng, Deputy Minister of Public Security, tours an exhibition showcasing the People’s Security force’s achievements with other delegates. — VNA/VNS Photos Phạm Kiên

HÀ NỘI — A nationwide celebration marking the 80th anniversary of the traditional day of the People’s Public Security Force officially reached Hà Nội on Thursday with the launch of the Peaceful Homeland event series at Đông Kinh Nghĩa Thục Square in Hoàn Kiếm Ward.

Jointly organised by the Ministry of Public Security and the Hà Nội People’s Committee, the opening ceremony combined solemn rituals with a large-scale artistic performance, kicking off four days of commemorative activities honouring the force’s eight decades of service since July 12, 1946.

Through music, storytelling and stage performances, the programme paid tribute to generations of officers and personnel who have contributed to safeguarding national security and maintaining peace and stability. It also offered the public a closer look at the force’s specialised responsibilities and the quiet sacrifices made in service of the nation.

Addressing the ceremony, Senior Lieutenant General Phạm Thế Tùng, Deputy Minister of Public Security, said the force has, throughout its 80-year history, remained steadfastly loyal to the Party, the State and the people. Guided by the interests of the nation and the people, he said, the force has shown courage, creativity and resilience in overcoming hardships and has made major contributions to protecting national security, the Party, the State and the socialist regime.

Visitors visit an exhibition showcasing the People’s Security force’s achievements. — VNA/VNS Photos

Running through July 12, the Hà Nội programme features exhibitions, interactive experiences and the Peaceful Homeland Gala. After stops in Đà Nẵng and HCM City, the capital’s edition is a central highlight of the nationwide cultural journey celebrating the force’s proud tradition.

Organisers said the activities across the central, southern and northern regions aim to spread the message that the force will continue to uphold its proud traditions, unite in overcoming challenges, achieve new successes and fulfil its assigned tasks while contributing to the country’s long-term development goals.

Visitors can explore displays of historical documents, photographs and artefacts alongside showcases of modern security technologies, including cybersecurity solutions, online fraud prevention, artificial intelligence, unmanned aerial vehicles, smart cameras, digital museums, immigration management systems and skills for recognising high-tech crime.

Held under the theme The Flow, the gala revisits defining moments in the force’s history, from protecting the revolutionary government and handling major security operations to building close ties with the people in safeguarding national security. The programme also spotlights the force-wide emulation movement The Three Best – Most Disciplined, Most Loyal and Closest to the People. — VNA/VNS