Vietnamese community in France honours President Ho Chi Minh’s legacy
On May 19, an incense offering ceremony was held at the Vietnamese Embassy in Paris, followed by a floral tribute at the statue of President Ho Chi Minh in Montreau Park, Montreuil, an emblematic site celebrating his enduring legacy.
A performance at the celebration of the 135th Birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh at the Vietnam Cultural Centre, France. (Photo: VNA)
Paris (VNA)💞 – A series of commemorative events were organised across France to mark the 135th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh by the Vietnamese Embassy in coordination with representative agencies, the Vietnamese community, and French friends.
On May 19, an incense offering ceremony was held at the Vietnamese Embassy in Paris, followed by a floral tribute at the statue of President Ho Chi Minh in Montreau Park, Montreuil, an emblematic site celebrating his enduring legacy.
During a visit to the “Ho Chi Minh Space” at the Living History Museum (Musée de l’Histoire Vivante) in Montreuil, Yann Leroy, member of the Montreuil City Council, reflected on the late President’s lasting impact, describing him as a symbol of unity and a reminder that a better world is built through solidarity.
Leaders of the Vietnamese Embassy in France and representatives of Sainte-Adresse city pose for a photo beside the memorial plaque dedicated to President Ho Chi Minh. (Photo: VNA)
Earlier, on May 16, the commemorative programme began with a visit to Sainte-Adresse, where President Ho Chi Minh once lived and worked. At a wreath-laying ceremony there, Vietnamese Ambassador to France Dinh Toan Thang hailed President Ho Chi Minh as a powerful symbol of Vietnam’s resilient spirit and a global advocate for peace and national independence.
Deputy Mayor of Sainte-Adresse Luc Lefèvre highlighted Vietnam’s rising international stature, noting its strong education system, dynamic growth, and its position as a leading economy in Southeast Asia.
The official celebration on May 18 at the Vietnam Cultural Centre in France drew a large number of attendees, including overseas Vietnamese and local friends.
Ambassador Nguyen Thi Van Anh, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to UNESCO, emphasised that the commemoration served as a meaningful occasion to honour President Ho Chi Minh’s profound contributions to Vietnam’s independence and reunification, and to reflect on his lasting legacy in the world.
The event featured valuable archival footage and artistic performances by Vietnamese students and cultural artists, fostering pride and a deep sense of cultural connection among participants./.
To people around the world, President Ho Chi Minh is not only an outstanding leader and brilliant communist, but also a respected comrade, beloved teacher, and close friend.
Latin American friends have expressed their admiration for President Ho Chi Minh, who led the Vietnamese people to victories and whose thought continues to guide the country’s development. They said Ho Chi Minh’s famous view- “Nothing is more precious than independence and freedom” - became a rallying cry for peace-loving people across Latin America.
The book, "Nguyen Ai Quoc case in Hong Kong 1931–1933", contains valuable documents and images divided into three sections, covering the French colonial surveillance of Nguyen Ai Quoc, his arrest and legal proceedings in Hong Kong, and his ties with the Loseby lawyer family.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
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).
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.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
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.
