THE HANOI TIMES — On January 28, Vietnam broadcast a nationwide television program commemorating the 85th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh’s return to the country and his assumption of direct leadership in the revolution. This pivotal event is widely celebrated as a turning point in modern Vietnamese history.
Communist Party General Secretary To Lam addresses the audience during the event. Photo: QDND
The live broadcast, titled “Building a Nation with Two Hands,” was simultaneously staged at four historically significant locations: Cao Bang, Hanoi, Nghe An, and Ho Chi Minh City, and transmitted across the nation.
Prominent leaders, including Communist Party General Secretary To Lam, President Luong Cuong, and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, alongside Vietnamese heroic mothers and other distinguished delegations, attended the events at their respective venues.
Speaking at the Cao Bang site, where President Ho Chi Minh returned to Vietnam in January 1941 after years abroad, General Secretary To Lam emphasized the anniversary’s profound political, historical, and cultural significance for the Party and the Vietnamese people.
He highlighted the occasion as a moment to honor President Ho Chi Minh’s legacy while reflecting on the nation’s future responsibilities. He underscored that the people remain “the most enduring source of strength for the revolution,” noting that the 14th Party Congress outlined a vision to transform political resolve into tangible outcomes.
The program garnered significant public attention at all four broadcast locations. Photo: Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports
“Vietnam aspires to become a self-reliant, secure, and prosperous developed nation by 2045, with people at the heart of development, ensuring social security and opportunities for comprehensive growth,” he stated.
The program seamlessly blended live performances, music, and short documentaries retracing President Ho Chi Minh’s journey from China back to Vietnam, marking the beginning of the struggle for national liberation. Artistic segments featured contemporary interpretations of songs from various historical periods, merging folk traditions with regional music tied to each broadcast location.
Organizers emphasized that the program symbolized the idea that every individual represents a “hand” contributing to the nation’s progress, and that shared purpose and clear direction can achieve transformative results.
A vibrant stage set for a large-scale artistic performance.
Structured around the theme “From Decision to Action, From History to the Present,” the broadcast was divided into three chapters. The first, “Hands Paving the Way,” focused on President Ho Chi Minh’s return in early 1941 and his strategic choice of Cao Bang as a revolutionary base.
The second chapter, “The People’s Embrace,” highlighted the central role of the people and national unity, culminating in the August 1945 General Uprising that aligned the Party’s leadership with popular aspirations and led to independence.
The final chapter, “Raising the Flag,” connected President Ho Chi Minh’s legacy with the post-14th Party Congress era, emphasizing strategic priorities, internal strength, self-reliance, national unity, and unwavering commitment to long-term national goals.
The program concluded with a reflective moment on President Ho Chi Minh’s enduring legacy and the shared responsibility of future generations to advance the nation’s aspirations.
Throughout its history, the Communist Party of Vietnam has upheld the principle of placing the people at the center of its policies.
The performance reflects on defining moments in Vietnam’s history.
Songs with tender melodies themed “Uncle Ho” (President Ho Chi Minh) evoke deep emotions among audiences.
The songs also evoke memories of defining periods in the country’s history.
The outdoor stage at the Ho Chi Minh Museum during the live broadcast from Hanoi.
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