The vibrant city of Ho Chi Minh celebrated several significant occasions with a spectacular display of culture and heritage. Marking 55 years since the implementation of President Ho Chi Minh’s Testament, along with the People’s Public Security Traditional Day and the All People’s Security Safeguard Festival, the celebrations were a feast for the senses.
A highlight of the event was the appearance of cavalry troops from the Mobile Police Force, a sight that excited spectators as they paraded through the streets. These majestic horses and their riders have dedicated themselves to serving and protecting the city, undergoing rigorous training over the past four years.
|
|
| The cavalry troops, a sight to behold, as they parade through Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City on August 17, 2024. Photo: T.T.D. / Tuoi Tre |
Prior to the cavalry’s arrival, a special artistic program captivated the audience, featuring renowned singers and a performance by the people’s police force. President Ho Chi Minh’s Testament was a central theme, inspiring pride and patriotism among the spectators.
The program included an array of songs paying tribute to the police force, with energetic martial arts displays adding to the excitement.
|
|
| A captivating performance takes center stage during the special artistic program on Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street, Ho Chi Minh City, August 17, 2024. Photo: T.T.D. / Tuoi Tre |
|
|
| The audience is treated to a stunning performance during the celebrations in Ho Chi Minh City, August 17, 2024. Photo: T.T.D. / Tuoi Tre |
|
|
| Martial arts performance adds an extra layer of excitement to the celebrations on Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street, August 17, 2024. Photo: T.T.D. / Tuoi Tre |
|
|
| Singer Ta Minh Tam delivers a powerful performance during the special artistic program, August 17, 2024. Photo: T.T.D. / Tuoi Tre |
|
|
| Ho Trung Dung, a talented singer, performs the beloved song, ‘Thanh Pho Mai Mai Mot Tinh Yeu’ (Only Love for City), on August 17, 2024. Photo: T.T.D. / Tuoi Tre |
|
|
| The people’s police force showcases their musical talent with a trumpet performance, adding to the festive atmosphere, August 17, 2024. Photo: T.T.D. / Tuoi Tre |
The celebrations were a collaborative effort between the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports and the Department of Public Security, ensuring a memorable and meaningful event for all attendees.
Additionally, a second parade and series of performances took place on Le Loi Boulevard, treating residents and visitors to an unforgettable morning of entertainment and commemoration.
Documentary series “Vietnam in the Ho Chi Minh Era – A Television History” premiered
NDO – The first episode of the television documentary series entitled “Vietnam in the Ho Chi Minh Era – A Television History” officially aired on February 4 on the Vietnam Television and Nhan Dan (People) Television channels.
Hanoi book exhibition marks Party’s 90th anniversary
NDO/VNA – A book exhibition was opened at the National Library of Vietnam in Hanoi on February 2 to celebrate the 90th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (February 3).
Hanoi named cheapest city in Asia for backpackers
Hanoi is named as the cheapest city in Asia for backpacking in a list of the UK-based Alpha Travel Insurance.
Visiting Uncle Ho’s native village
Nam Dan district in Nghe An province, the homeland of President Ho Chi Minh, is known as a land of beautiful scenery and extraordinary people.
Vietnam makes breakthroughs under Party’s leadership
15 years after founding the Communist Party on February 3, 1930, Vietnam, under the Party’s leadership, made breakthrough in the long war against the French with the successful August Revolution.
