Hero N'Trang Long sacrificed his life.
N'Trang Long was born in 1870 in Bu N'Trang, later part of Dak Nong province, now Lam Dong province. He was a prominent leader of the anti-colonial struggle against the French in the Central Highlands in the early 20th century.
When the French colonialists intensified their pacification of the Central Highlands in late 1911, imposing taxes and seizing land, N'Trang Long rallied the M'nong people and many other indigenous ethnic groups to rise up in resistance. The struggle lasted for nearly 24 years, becoming one of the most enduring anti-French movements in the Central Highlands during the early period.
Despite his sacrifice on May 23, 1935, N'Trang Long's fighting spirit is still regarded as an indomitable symbol of the people of the Central Highlands.
Historians assess that the movement led by N'Trang Long not only had the significance of a national struggle but also reflected the awareness of protecting the land, culture, and living space of the indigenous communities of the Central Highlands.
Establish the Vietnam-Soviet Friendship Association
On May 23, 1950, in the Viet Bac base area, the Vietnam-Soviet Friendship Association was established amidst the crucial stage of the resistance war against French colonialism. The first president of the Association was Comrade Ton Duc Thang.
The establishment of the Association marked a new stage in the friendly relations between Vietnam and the Soviet Union, expanding cooperation in many fields such as education , science, technology, health, and personnel training. For many decades, the Soviet Union supported Vietnam in building many key projects such as the Hoa Binh Hydroelectric Power Plant, the Pha Lai Thermal Power Plant, and the Vietsovpetro oil and gas joint venture...
To date, this organization has made a significant contribution to strengthening solidarity between the people of the two countries, and has become one of the foundations of Vietnam's people-to-people diplomacy in the modern era.
Establishing Cat Ba National Park
On May 23, 1983, the State decided to establish Cat Ba National Park in the former Cat Hai district, Hai Phong city. This is one of the first national parks in Vietnam built according to an integrated conservation model combining forests, seas, and the endemic limestone island ecosystem.
This area currently covers more than 17,000 hectares of both forest and sea surface, possessing a unique tropical ecosystem with thousands of species of flora and fauna. Most notable is the Cat Ba langur (white-headed langur) – an extremely endangered primate species, almost exclusively found in this archipelago.
Besides its biological value, Cat Ba also contains many archaeological sites belonging to the Ha Long culture, reflecting traces of ancient Vietnamese habitation thousands of years ago.
In 2023, the Cat Ba archipelago, along with Ha Long Bay, was recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage site, affirming the region's global value.
The statue of the Thousand-Eyed, Thousand-Handed Buddha has been recognized as a national treasure.
On May 23, 2019, the Prime Minister signed a decision recognizing many artifacts and groups of artifacts as national treasures, including the statue of the Thousand-Eyed, Thousand-Handed Avalokiteshvara Buddha at Hoi Ha Pagoda (Hanoi).
The work is considered a masterpiece of Vietnamese Buddhist sculpture from the Le Trung Hung period, showcasing a high level of artistic skill and sophisticated wood carving techniques with gilded lacquer. The image of Quan Am (Guan Yin) with hundreds of arms symbolizes compassion and salvation for all beings in East Asian Buddhist beliefs.
The recognition of these artifacts as national treasures not only contributes to the preservation of traditional art heritage but also affirms the value of Vietnamese Buddhist art within the national cultural landscape.
Closing Ceremony of SEA Games 31
On the evening of May 23, 2022, the 31st SEA Games officially closed in Hanoi after nearly two weeks of exciting competition. This was the largest regional sporting event hosted by Vietnam, taking place amidst the Covid-19 pandemic in Southeast Asia.
The Vietnamese sports delegation topped the overall medal table with 205 gold medals, setting a new record in the history of its participation in the SEA Games. Beyond its professional achievements, the 31st SEA Games also impressed with its organization, the friendliness of the host country, and the festive sporting atmosphere that permeated many localities.
Many Olympic sports such as athletics, swimming, wrestling, and gymnastics demonstrated the significant progress of Vietnamese sports in the regional arena. The 31st SEA Games also served as an opportunity to promote the image of Vietnam, its culture, and tourism after the pandemic.
Establish the Union of South American Nations
On May 23, 2008, 12 South American countries signed a treaty establishing the Union of South American Nations (UNASUR) in Brazil.
UNASUR was once envisioned as a "European Union of South America," creating a common voice for the region amidst increasing globalization and geopolitical competition; and playing a role in promoting numerous initiatives on transport connectivity, energy, health, and regional security cooperation.
However, due to political differences among member states, UNASUR's role and activities have declined in recent years compared to its early days. Nevertheless, the establishment of UNASUR is still considered a significant milestone in the history of regional integration in South America in the early 21st century.
SpaceX launches first batch of Starlink satellites.
On May 23, 2019, Elon Musk's SpaceX successfully launched the first 60 Starlink satellites into orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket. This is considered the beginning of his ambition to build a global satellite internet network.
The Starlink project aims to provide high-speed internet to remote, isolated areas or places where terrestrial telecommunications infrastructure is limited. After its initial launch, SpaceX quickly expanded its scale, deploying thousands of satellites orbiting the Earth.
Starlink has created new competition in the field of space telecommunications, driving the trend of commercial satellite internet and opening up the possibility of digital connectivity on a global scale.
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