1,500 delegations pay tribute to President Tran Dai Quang
Some 1,500 domestic and international delegations with approximately 50,000 people had paid tribute to President Tran Dai Quang by 17:00 on September 26, according to the national funeral organising board.
Some 1,500 domestic and international delegations with approximately 50,000 people had paid tribute to President Tran Dai Quang by 17:00 on September 26. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Some 1,500domestic and international delegations with approximately 50,000 people had paidtribute to President Tran Dai Quang by 17:00 on September 26, according to the nationalfuneral organising board.
The foreigndelegations included those from Laos led by Vice President Phankham Viphavanh; fromCambodia led by Prime Minister Hun Sen; from China led by Secretary of the CentralCommission for Discipline Inspection of theCommunist Party of China Zhao Leji; from Cuba led by Vice President of theCouncil of State and Council of Ministers Roberto Morales Ojeda; from Russialed by Deputy Chairwoman of the State Duma of Russia Epifanova OlgaNikolaevna; from the Republic of Korea led by Prime Minister Lee Nak-yon andfrom Singapore led by Deputy Prime Minister and Coordinating Minister forNational Security Teo Chee Hean.
Most of the delegations paid respect toPresident Tran Dai Quang at the NationalFuneral Hall, No. 5 Tran Thanh Tong, Hanoi.
Meanwhile,around 430 delegations from domestic agencies, localities, diplomatic agenciesand international friends paid homage to the President at the Thong Nhat Hallin Ho Chi Minh City, and more than 200 delegations paid tribute to him in hishometown Quang Thien commune, Kim Son district, Ninh Binh province.
The Statefuneral for the President began at 7am on September 26 at the National FuneralHall, No.5 Tran Thanh Tong, Hanoi.
The memorial service will be held at 7:30am on September 27at the National Funeral Hall, the Thong Nhat Hall in Ho Chi Minh City and thePresident’s native land.
The burialceremony will take place from 3:30pm on the same day in the President's nativeland in Quang Thien commune, Kim Son district, Ninh Binh province.
The nationis observing a two-day national mourning on September 26 and 27.-VNA
The State funeral for Tran Dai Quang, Politburo member and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, began at the National Funeral Hall, No.5 Tran Thanh Tong, Hanoi on September 26.
Many delegations of foreign parties, States and Governments, and representatives of international organisations in Vietnam came to pay last respects to President Tran Dai Quang at the National Funeral Hall in Hanoi on September 26.
Leaders and former leaders of Laos expressed their deep sympathies over the death of President Tran Dai Quang when writing in the funeral book opened by the Vietnamese Embassy in the country on September 26.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
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Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
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The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
Some 1,500 domestic and international delegations with approximately 50,000 people had paid tribute to President Tran Dai Quang by 17:00 on September 26. (Photo: VNA) 
