Russian expert highlights President Ho Chi Minh’s ideology in victory 48 years ago
Professor Vladimir Kolotov, head of the Ho Chi Minh Institute at St. Petersburg University in Russia, has highlighted President Ho Chi Minh’s ideology in the victory on April 30, 1975.
Professor Vladimir Kolotov, head of the Ho Chi Minh Institute at St. Petersburg University in Russia (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Professor Vladimir Kolotov,head of the Ho Chi Minh Institute at St. Petersburg University in Russia, hashighlighted President Ho Chi Minh’s ideology in the victory on April 30, 1975.
In an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency(VNA) on the occasion of the 48th anniversary of the liberation ofthe South and National Reunification Day (April 30), Kolotov said the victory provedthat Vietnam could win over powerful opponents like the US and France in thestruggle for national independence national reunification.
The professor also commended the leadership of the CommunistParty of Vietnam (CPV) in the past struggle, stressing that a nation with astrong will can earn the victory.
He added that President Ho Chi Minh’s ideology isbeing carried forward in Vietnam at present.
Ann Byong-chan, a former reporter of the Hankook Ilbo― a sister paper of The Korea Times, still remembered the final chaotic days ofSaigon (now Ho Chi Minh City) 48 years ago.
Ann, who reported news of Vietnam for three years, saidhe was the last Korean reporter in Vietnam at that time, and he felt lucky forthat.
The former report said he hopes that his articles anddocuments on Saigon will be preserved at a library.
Meanwhile, Former Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Fredesmán TurróGonzález, who first arrived in Vietnam in 1968, told the VNA’s correspondent in Havana that April 30, 1975 was an extraordinary landmark.
At that time, the staff of the Cuban Embassy in Hanoialso poured out onto the streets to celebrate with the Vietnamese people,embracing anyone they met like brothers and sisters, he recounted.
He lauded Vietnam’s impressive achievements insocio-economic development, especially after the 6th National PartyCongress adopted the reform policy in December 1986.
Vietnam has been an active member of the Associationof Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and has maintained diplomatic ties with morethan 190 countries worldwide, he said, noting that the country is playing animportant role in the international arena.
National reunification, peace and stability havebrought about more cooperation opportunities to Vietnam, he said./.
A delegation of leaders of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee, People’s Council, People’s Committee and Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee on April 27 paid tribute to martyrs at the city cemetery for heroic martyrs on the occasion of the National Reunification Day (April 30) and May Day (May 1).
A delegation of the Party Central Committee, the Presidency, the National Assembly, the Government, and the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee paid floral tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum in Hanoi on April 28 morning on the occasion of the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30).
State President Vo Van Thuong, central and local officials, along with thousands of people offered incense in commemoration of the Hung Kings, the legendary founders of Vietnam, at the Hung Kings Temple in the northern province of Phu Tho on April 29 (the 10th day of the third lunar month).
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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.
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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).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
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The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
Professor Vladimir Kolotov, head of the Ho Chi Minh Institute at St. Petersburg University in Russia (Photo: VNA) 
