The triumphant victory of reunification and the nation's journey of progress.

April 30, 1975, the milestone of national reunification, is not only a triumphant anthem but also a driving force for Vietnam to reach global heights. From the ashes of war, our nation has resiliently rebuilt the country, integrated into the international community, and achieved many economic, cultural, and social successes. To continue to advance, Vietnam needs innovation, improved quality of human resources, preservation of cultural identity, and promotion of solidarity. The younger generation should follow in the footsteps of their ancestors, building a strong and prosperous Vietnam, standing shoulder to shoulder with powerful nations, and contributing to world peace and stability.

April 30, 1975, marked a glorious milestone deeply etched in the hearts of every Vietnamese citizen, not only ending a protracted war but also ushering in an era of national unity, peace , and development. This victory is not only a heroic anthem of indomitable will and solidarity but also a powerful driving force for Vietnam to rise on the international stage. Looking back on the journey and cherishing the achievements, we look towards the future with unwavering faith and determination.

Tanks of the Liberation Army enter the Independence Palace at noon on April 30, 1975. (Archival photo)

During the resistance war against the US, under the wise leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President Ho Chi Minh, our army and people fought tenaciously, achieving one victory after another. The historic Ho Chi Minh Campaign, with its spirit of "speed, boldness, surprise, and certain victory," has gone down in history as an immortal epic.

The image of tanks entering the Independence Palace on the afternoon of April 30, 1975, became a symbol of the aspiration for reunification, peace, and independence. After reunification, Vietnam entered a new era, gradually healing the wounds of war, building and developing the country. The reform policies initiated and led by the Party have brought about profound and comprehensive changes. From a centrally planned economy , Vietnam has transformed into a socialist-oriented market economy, opening up to international integration and creating new impetus for development.

Joining ASEAN and the WTO has opened up many opportunities for cooperation and economic, cultural, and social development, making Vietnam a reliable partner for many countries around the world. In recent years, Vietnam has achieved many proud accomplishments in the fields of economics, culture, society, and foreign relations. The economy has grown steadily, attracting strong foreign investment and improving the living standards of the people.

The education system has been invested in and developed, and the quality of education is constantly improving. Healthcare policies have been expanded, ensuring health care for the people. The poverty reduction program has achieved many successes, contributing to a reduction in the poverty rate. Preservation and promotion of national cultural identity are emphasized, creating unique tourism products. Vietnam is an active member of the United Nations, ASEAN, and other international organizations, making positive contributions to solving global problems.

However, on its path to development, Vietnam still faces many challenges such as climate change, economic competition, and the demands of sustainable development. To overcome these challenges and realize its aspiration to reach global prominence, Vietnam needs to continue to innovate its thinking, improve its institutions, develop its economy based on science and technology, promote innovation, enhance the quality of its human resources, preserve and promote its national cultural identity, and strengthen international cooperation.

Officers and soldiers of the 203rd Tank Brigade at the 2025 training commencement ceremony.

Continue to promote innovation, encourage businesses to invest in research and development, and create high value-added products and services. Develop high-quality human resources by investing in education and training to ensure a workforce that meets the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Build transparent and efficient institutions, creating a favorable business environment to attract domestic and foreign investment. Enhance national competitiveness by improving infrastructure, reducing production costs, and enabling businesses to participate in global value chains. Preserve national cultural identity and promote traditional cultural values ​​to create soft power for the country.

April 30th is an occasion for every Vietnamese person to reflect on the past, cherish the present, and look towards the future. With a spirit of unity, unwavering determination, and aspiration for progress, the Vietnamese nation will certainly build a strong and prosperous country, standing shoulder to shoulder with the world's leading powers, and contributing to world peace, stability, and development.

With pride in their glorious history and deep respect for the sacrifices of previous generations, today's young Vietnamese generation carries a great mission: to follow in the footsteps of their forefathers, building a stronger, more civilized nation that can stand shoulder to shoulder with the world's leading powers. To fulfill this mission, each young person needs to constantly study, train, and cultivate knowledge, skills, and character to become useful citizens for society.

Learning is not just about acquiring knowledge from books, but also about learning from practical experience, from successful role models, and from lessons learned from failures. It's necessary to proactively seek learning opportunities both domestically and internationally, accessing new knowledge and advanced technologies to improve professional skills and creativity. Training is not just about physical health, but also about cultivating willpower, ethics, and a positive lifestyle. One must live with ideals and clear goals, always striving to overcome difficulties and challenges. It's essential to cultivate patriotism, national pride, and a sense of responsibility towards the community and society.

Furthermore, the younger generation needs to cultivate a spirit of initiative, creativity, and a willingness to think outside the box, take action, and assume responsibility. They should actively participate in social activities, contributing to community building, environmental protection, and the preservation of national cultural identity. They should proactively seek entrepreneurial opportunities, creating valuable products and services that contribute to the country's economic development. Simultaneously, they should cultivate positive values ​​such as love, sharing, cooperation, honesty, and fairness. They should avoid social vices, illegal activities, and misguided ideologies. With the tireless efforts of each individual and the unity of society as a whole, Vietnam will undoubtedly achieve its aspiration to reach global prominence, build a strong, prosperous, and civilized nation, and contribute to peace, stability, and development in the region and the world.

The 203rd Tank Brigade conducts training exercises in 2025.

April 30th will forever be an endless source of inspiration, a reminder of the responsibility of every Vietnamese person towards the future of the country. Let us together continue to write the epic of reunification, building a Vietnam that is increasingly beautiful and radiant on the world map. To realize our aspiration to reach global heights, we need to act now, starting with the smallest things. Each person, each sector, each locality needs to have specific plans and goals, appropriate to their conditions and capabilities.

In the economic field, focus should be placed on enhancing the competitiveness of businesses, encouraging innovation, and applying science and technology to production. It is necessary to build reputable Vietnamese brands in the international market, creating products and services that reflect the unique cultural identity of the nation.

In the field of education, it is necessary to innovate teaching methods, enhance practical skills, and equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to meet the demands of the labor market in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. A creative learning environment should be created, encouraging critical thinking and unleashing the potential of each individual.

In the cultural sphere, it is necessary to preserve and promote the fine traditional cultural values ​​of the nation, while simultaneously absorbing the cultural精华 of humanity. We need to build an advanced culture, rich in national identity, contributing to improving the spiritual life of the people and promoting the image of Vietnam to the world.

In the field of foreign affairs, it is necessary to continue expanding cooperative relations with countries around the world, actively participating in the activities of the United Nations, ASEAN, and other international organizations. Vietnam's role in addressing global issues such as climate change, food security, and epidemics should be enhanced, contributing to peace, stability, and development in the region and the world.

In particular, amidst a complex and unpredictable global situation, we need to uphold our independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, and protect national and ethnic interests. We need to strengthen national defense and security, build a powerful people's armed forces, and firmly protect the socialist Fatherland of Vietnam.

With unwavering determination, solidarity, and tireless efforts from the entire Party, people, and army, we are confident that Vietnam will overcome all difficulties and challenges, successfully realize its aspiration to reach global prominence, and build a strong, prosperous, and civilized nation, standing shoulder to shoulder with the world's leading powers. With the unity and collective strength of the entire nation, and with the highest level of creativity, Vietnam will certainly overcome all difficulties and challenges, successfully realize its aspiration to reach global prominence, and build a strong, prosperous, and civilized nation, worthy of the noble sacrifices of previous generations.

Source: https://www.qdnd.vn/quoc-phong-an-ninh/xay-dung-quan-doi/khuc-khai-hoan-thong-nhat-and-hanh-trinh-vuon-minh-cua-dan-toc-824211