The event is a cornerstone of the ongoing cultural and academic dialogue between Vietnam and the Arab world.

This seminal book, republished in Vietnamese by the Su That National Political Publishing House and distributed by Light Books, stands as a pivotal historical account of Vietnam’s military legacy. It compiles General Giap’s profound insights, writings, and memoirs, offering a comprehensive analysis of strategic planning, force organization, and the three critical phases of the 1954 Dien Bien Phu campaign.

Through vivid narratives, the book chronicles the nine-year resistance war, capturing the unwavering determination that culminated in a victory celebrated as a global triumph, resonating across continents.

The 2024 and 2025 editions have been meticulously updated with supplementary documents to preserve the authenticity of General Giap’s historical narrative.

The Arabic translation was a collaborative effort by lecturers from the Faculty of Arabic Language and Culture at the University of Languages and International Studies, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, alongside the National Political Publishing House.

This release aims to provide Arab readers with access to one of the 20th century’s most iconic military victories, fostering deeper academic research and exchange on Vietnam’s liberation struggle, military strategy, and commitment to peace. The publisher envisions this work as a bridge to enhance global understanding of Vietnam’s resilience and humanity, while inspiring contemporary values of unity, self-reliance, and patriotism in national development.

Dien Bien Phu Victory: A Beacon Strengthening Vietnam-Algeria Relations

Seven decades later, the Dien Bien Phu Victory remains a monumental milestone, not only for the Vietnamese people but for all global advocates of freedom. It stands as an epic testament to an unyielding nation’s defense of its homeland, as eloquently stated by Algerian Minister of War Veterans and Rights Holders Laid Rebiga during a conference in Algiers on November 4.