HCM City's leader emphasised the important role of the media in capturing and spreading the celebratory atmosphere across platforms at home and abroad, rekindling historic memories and affirming the nation’s determination to enter a new era.
Organisers emphasised that the event sought to inspire in students a deep sense of national pride and responsibility, encouraging them to contribute to the country’s future development while preserving its heritage and unity.
As Japan is currently Việt Nam’s leading economic partner, particular attention will be given to topics such as improving the investment environment, promoting supply chain connectivity, and expanding market access for each other’s goods.
Reiterating the eternal truth in President Hồ Chí Minh's statement, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV) Central Committee Tô Lâm stressed that the victory on April 30, 1975 was the result of the Vietnamese people's unwavering determination to build a unified nation that could never be divided by any force.
HCM City prepares for the grand parade celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification with the final state-level rehearsal taking place on Sunday morning.
The parade and procession began with a flyover by a helicopter squadron carrying the Party flag and the national flag, accompanied by fighter jets of the Việt Nam People's Army flying over central HCM City.
General Văn Tiến Dũng, Commander of the Hồ Chí Minh Campaign, emerged not just as a military leader, but as a symbol of strategic brilliance and unwavering patriotism.
High-ranking delegations from Laos and Cambodia will attend Việt Nam’s 50th anniversary of national reunification. Leaders Thongloun Sisoulith and Hun Sen will join commemorative events from April 28 to 30.
The Government leader called for the maximum mobilisation and diversification of capital sources, including State and local budgets, loans, bond issuance and public-private partnerships (PPP), or other forms, such as BOT and BT to finance the projects.
National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn pledged strong support for Cần Thơ and the Mekong Delta, spotlighting sweeping reforms to streamline Việt Nam’s governance structure. He described the upcoming administrative overhaul as an unprecedented step toward greater national efficiency and prosperity.
Lao Ambassador Khamphao Ernthavanh hailed President Lương Cường’s visit as a powerful reaffirmation of the special Việt Nam–Laos relationship. The trip deepened mutual understanding and strengthened a bond that has endured through generations.
As global trade tensions rise, Việt Nam–Japan cooperation is more vital than ever, says Professor Kurihara Hirohide. He believes their partnership could serve as a model for smaller nations striving for sustainable growth.
Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru’s upcoming visit to Việt Nam marks a new chapter in deepening the two countries' Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Notably, the State-level rehearsal also saw the marching of military forces from China, Laos, and Cambodia.
Ahn Byung Chan, a former reporter for the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Hankook Ilbo newspaper, recalled memories of these days 50 years ago.
Vietnamese and Lao pledged to intensify cooperation against crime and safeguard major political events, and hailed defence cooperation as a cornerstone of bilateral relations.
Deputy Prime Minister Bùi Thanh Sơn hailed President Lương Cường’s visit to Laos as a resounding success, strengthening the special bond between the two nations.
President Lương Cường’s state visit to Laos reaffirmed the special, time-tested friendship between the two nations. The trip deepened political trust and opened new directions for cooperation in a changing world.
