Transformation in the revolutionary countryside of Thuan Chau

Thuan Chau, a land rich in revolutionary traditions, bears witness to many victories in the resistance war against French colonialism nearly 80 years ago. Today, this heroic land continues to uphold its traditions, preserving historical relics while steadily advancing on the path of socio-economic development and building new rural areas.

Thuan Chau Commune Center.

Tracing back through history, after the August Revolution, to protect the fledgling revolutionary government and in response to President Ho Chi Minh 's nationwide call for resistance, the Thuan Chau Administrative Resistance Committee was established in December 1949. At the same time, the Thuan Chau Party Committee was also founded. Under the leadership of the Party, the people of Thuan Chau actively coordinated with the army and people nationwide to fight and win the Northwest Campaign of 1952, liberating Thuan Chau on November 21, 1952. From 1953, the people and army of Thuan Chau carried out the task of eliminating bandits, enthusiastically participated in road repair work, contributed and transported food, supplies, and weapons, and together with the army and people nationwide, achieved the historic victory of Dien Bien Phu on May 7, 1954, successfully ending the resistance war against French colonial aggression.

In 1955, when North Vietnam was completely liberated, Thuan Chau became the capital of the Thai-Miao Autonomous Region. On May 7, 1959, Thuan Chau had the honor of welcoming President Ho Chi Minh and the Central Committee delegation to visit and speak with cadres, soldiers, and people of the Northwest ethnic groups. The Thuan Chau Monument – ​​marking this momentous event – ​​was recognized as a National Historical Monument in 1955 and has since been renovated and expanded with the construction of a memorial house and many supporting facilities. In addition, Thuan Chau commune also has the Na Hay Bridge historical site and the Northwest Autonomous Region historical site, which have been classified as provincial-level historical sites and are being preserved, protected, and their value promoted.

Locals and tourists visit the Thuận Châu Flagpole Historical Site.

Established through the merger of Thuan Chau town and the former communes of Phong Ly, Thom Mon, Tong Lanh, and Chieng Pac, the new Thuan Chau commune continues to uphold its revolutionary traditions, quickly stabilizing its organizational structure and leading and directing the implementation of development tasks. Comrade Nguyen Dac Luc, Secretary of the Commune Party Committee, stated: The commune Party Committee continues to focus on leading and directing the implementation of solutions to develop the economy in a sustainable direction, effectively exploiting the potential and strengths of the locality in agriculture, trade, and services. At the same time, it mobilizes and effectively utilizes all resources for investment and development, especially in essential infrastructure serving the lives and production of the people.

Located along National Highway 6, Thuan Chau commune has taken advantage of its location to develop various types of services and businesses, especially in Hamlet 3, Tong Lanh intersection, and the central area of ​​Thuan Chau commune, which have become bustling urban areas, creating a foundation and driving force for development in surrounding areas. In addition, Thuan Chau is also a region with strong agricultural development, with over 1,000 hectares of coffee plantations; nearly 300 hectares of fruit trees; over 500 hectares of rice, and over 100 hectares of various vegetables and beans. Livestock farming is thriving, with nearly 20,000 head of cattle and 80,000 head of poultry, and a July output of over 500 tons of live meat. The multidimensional poverty rate has decreased by an average of 7% per year, and people's incomes are steadily increasing.

Mr. Le Xuan Hung, Party Secretary and Head of Sub-district 3, said: The sub-district has 72 out of 137 households engaged in business, 3 households developing large-scale integrated farms, with incomes exceeding 50 million VND per person per year. Currently, only 1 household remains near-poor, and they are striving to escape this poverty line this year.

Farmers in Thuan Chau commune are developing coffee cultivation.

In Bản Dẹ village, for many years, the villagers have actively switched to growing coffee, forming a concentrated production area. Mr. Lường Văn Mung, Party Secretary and Village Head, reported: The village has 85 hectares of coffee, planted in a large, concentrated area, making it convenient for care and harvesting. Thanks to coffee, the villagers have a more stable life. Currently, only 15 out of 175 households in the village remain poor.

Alongside economic development, Thuan Chau commune prioritizes investment in essential infrastructure from state resources and national target programs, such as schools, cultural centers, rural roads, and water supply facilities. To date, all 75 villages and hamlets have access to the national power grid and roads leading to their centers; 95% of the population has access to clean drinking water; and 75% of villages and hamlets meet the "safety and security" standards. In addition, educational and medical facilities have received comprehensive investment, with all 15 schools meeting national standards.

Building on revolutionary traditions and past achievements, the Party Committee, government, and people of Thuan Chau are striving to transform the face of their homeland, aiming to eliminate poverty and achieve new rural commune standards by 2030.

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