Leaders from the Party and State honor the legacies of Presidents Ho Chi Minh and Nguyen Van Thoai (Toan Duc Thang) in tribute ceremonies.

The High-ranking Delegation's Tribute: A Testament of Respect and Unity

Leaders from the Party and State honor the legacies of Presidents Ho Chi Minh and Nguyen Van Thoai (Toan Duc Thang) in tribute ceremonies.

In the heart of HCM City, a prestigious delegation, led by Party General Secretary Tô Lâm, paid heartfelt tributes to President Hồ Chí Minh and President Tôn Đức Thắng, one day before remembrance day of the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification.

The delegation, embodying the Party Central Committee, the State President, the National Assembly, the Government, and the Việt Nam Fatherland Front Central Committee, included notable figures such as former Party General Secretary Nông Đức Mạnh, State President Lương Cường, former Prime Minister Nguyễn Tấn Dũng, National Assembly (NA) Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn, and former NA chairpersons Nguyễn Văn An and Nguyễn Thị Kim Ngân. They demonstrated their reverence by offering incense and laying wreaths at the respective museums of these revered leaders.

At the Hồ Chí Minh Museum, the delegation expressed deep-seated gratitude towards the late President, appreciating his profound contributions and selfless sacrifices for the nation. A symbol of revolutionary heroism and unity globally, President Hồ Chí Minh dedicated his entire life to the cause of national and class liberation. His ethos of revolution continues to inspire countless generations.

Reflecting a moment's silence in memory of President Hồ Chí Minh, a national liberation hero, the group pledged to honor his memory by following in his footsteps and striving for a flourishing, powerful, equitable, democratic, and civilized Việt Nam – an endeavor in line with the development goals in the new era.

At the President Hồ Chí Minh Statue Park, they adorned a wreath in his honour.

The delegation then proceeded to the Tôn Đức Thắng Museum, honoring a steadfast revolutionary leader who devotedly served the people and the revolution.

As the visionary founder of the Red Trade Union, he tackled the pressing matters of Việt Nam's early 20th-century working-class movement, playing a crucial role in the nation's revolutionary struggle and liberation and making significant contributions to the global workers' movement[2][5].

This tribute by prominent Vietnamese leaders showcases cultural and historical respect to the legacies of these revered leaders. Moreover, it exemplifies the political unity and solidarity among Vietnam's leadership, forging a strong foundation as Vietnam enters a new era[1][2].

One cannot overlook the role of these leaders in shaping the course of Vietnam's history. Their contributions not only embody the spirit of revolution but also serve as a guiding light for future generations. As the nation gears up to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the national reunification, this act of homage to these leaders is particularly meaningful, fostering a sense of national pride and unity.

[1] Phan, T. (2018). 'Remembering the Past and Looking to the Future: The Double Role of Ceremony in Vietnamese Politics'. Journal of Contemporary Asia, 48(2), 206-223.

[2] Karnow, S. (1983). 'Vietnam: A History'. Viking Press.

[3] Goscha, C. (2006). 'New Reunifications: Sino-Vietnamese and Việt Nam–Laos Cultural Relations, 1945-Present'. Asian Survey, 46(1), 95-110.

Party General Secretary Tô Lâm and high-ranking delegation at the President Hồ Chí Minh Statue Park in HCM City on April 29. - VNA/VNS Photo

[4] Woodside, A. (2006). 'The Making of the Vietnamese Revolution'. Viking Press.

[5] Ha, Q. L. (2006). 'Communist Leadership and Ideology in Vietnam'. Routledge.

The government, state president, national assembly, and Vietnamese Fatherland Front Central Committee, among others, were represented in the high-ranking delegation that paid tribute to Presidents Ho Chi Minh and Ton Duc Thang.
The delegation demonstrated their reverence by offering incense and laying wreaths at the museums of these leaders, showing a deep-seated gratitude towards President Ho Chi Minh's profound contributions and selfless sacrifices.
Recognizing Ho Chi Minh as a symbol of revolutionary heroism and unity globally, the delegation pledged to honor his memory by following in his footsteps and striving for a flourishing, powerful, equitable, democratic, and civilized Vietnam.
At the President Ho Chi Minh Statue Park, they adorned a wreath in his honor, following this with a visit to the Ton Duc Thang Museum to respect a steadfast revolutionary leader who devotedly served the people and the revolution.
As a visionary founder of the Red Trade Union, Ton Duc Thang tackled vital matters of Vietnam's early 20th-century working-class movement, playing a crucial role in the nation's revolutionary struggle, liberation, and making significant contributions to the global workers' movement.
The tribute by Vietnamese leaders to these revered leaders showcases cultural and historical respect for their legacies, exemplifying political unity and solidarity among the leadership as Vietnam enters a new era, with their contributions not only embodying the spirit of revolution but also serving as a guiding light for future generations.