Young diplomats in the land of revolutionary memories: Returning to the source, showing gratitude and dedication

The delegation took a souvenir photo at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs historical site. (Photo: Phuong Thao)

The Youth Union of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs led by Deputy Secretary of the Ministry's Youth Union Ngo Ba Hoang Hai visited and offered incense at the historical site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the special national relic site of Tan Trao (Don village, Minh Thanh commune, Son Duong district, Tuyen Quang province). With the message "Keeping the fire of tradition - Stepping forward to the future", the program aims to respond to Youth Month, express gratitude to revolutionary predecessors and spread the spirit of initiative and creativity of generations of cadres and youth union members of the Ministry.

At the historical site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs , the launching ceremony of Youth Month and volunteer activities took place, with the participation of Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee, Chairman of the People's Committee of Minh Thanh Commune Nguyen Ngoc Chinh, Secretary of the Youth Union of Minh Thanh Commune Ma Van Vu, along with comrades in the Executive Committee of the Youth Union of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and more than 50 youth union members.

Deputy Secretary of the Youth Union Ngo Ba Hoang Hai spoke at the ceremony. (Photo: Xuan Son)

Speaking at the ceremony, Deputy Secretary of the Ministry's Youth Union Ngo Ba Hoang Hai emphasized that this year's Journey to the Source is part of a series of programs celebrating the 94th anniversary of the founding of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union, as well as activities towards the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Diplomatic sector, while also carrying out the task of educating revolutionary traditions assigned by the Ministry's leaders.

Don Hamlet, Minh Thanh Commune, Son Duong District, Tuyen Quang Province was where the Ministry of Foreign Affairs was headquartered from late 1947 to 1954.

This is a place recognized by the State as a historical relic of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and was the residence and workplace of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' officers and employees in the Viet Bac resistance base during the 9 years of fighting against the French colonialists.

Mr. Ngo Ba Hoang Hai affirmed that this program not only helps cadres and youth union members understand more about the history and traditions of the industry, but also contributes to embellishing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs historical site to become more spacious through volunteer activities of embellishment and cleaning.

On behalf of the Ministry's Youth Union, he expressed his deep gratitude to the authorities and youth union members of Minh Thanh commune for their enthusiastic support in preserving the relic site, as well as creating favorable conditions for the journey to the source to take place successfully.

Minh Thanh Commune Youth Union Secretary Ma Van Vu highlighted the program's role in preserving traditions, honoring history and spreading the spirit of mutual love. (Photo: Phuong Thao)

In addition, Secretary of the Minh Thanh Commune Youth Union Ma Van Vu affirmed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs historical relic site has extremely important historical significance, marking the heroic revolutionary struggle of our predecessors, contributing to inspiring the younger generation, especially local youth union members, in preserving and promoting the spirit of "remembering the source of drinking water".

According to Mr. Ma Van Vu, organizing activities to return to the source at the "red address" of Tuyen Quang not only shows gratitude for historical values, but also contributes to preserving the identity of the "cradle of the Tan Trao revolution". He expressed his appreciation for the mutual love gesture of the Ministry's Youth Union when presenting meaningful gifts to disadvantaged students in the commune.

On this occasion, the Ministry's Youth Union presented 40 gifts to disadvantaged children in the locality. (Photo: Bich Quyen)

The delegation also presented the youth project "Lighting up the countryside" to the locality. This is an opportunity for the youth union members of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to promote their pioneering and exemplary roles, ready to contribute to the community, especially in rural areas facing many difficulties. Through this, the members have the opportunity to better understand the reality of life in areas lacking living conditions, fostering more motivation to continue participating in volunteer activities, contributing positively to the overall development of the country.

The delegation presented the youth project "Lighting up the countryside" to the locality. (Photo: Phuong Thao)

Within the framework of the program, the delegation visited and offered incense at Tan Trao communal house - the place where President Ho Chi Minh and the Party Central Committee chose as the venue for the National Congress on August 16-17, 1945, a major historical event that laid the foundation for the success of the August Revolution. Here, the Congress approved the Party's policy of carrying out the General Uprising; approved 10 major policies of the Viet Minh; regulated the national flag and national anthem of Vietnam; elected the Vietnam National Liberation Committee, namely the provisional government, with Ho Chi Minh as President. Under the roof of this communal house, on the morning of August 17, 1945, on behalf of the Vietnam National Liberation Committee, President Ho Chi Minh read the oath at the National Introduction Ceremony.

Tan Trao special national relic site is where President Ho Chi Minh and central agencies lived and worked during the pre-uprising period and the resistance war against French colonialism. The total natural area of ​​the entire site is 561.1 square kilometers.

With the special historical, cultural and scientific values ​​of the relic site, the Prime Minister decided to rank Tan Trao Historical Relic Site (Son Duong and Yen Son districts, Tuyen Quang province) as a Special National Relic (Decision No. 548/QD-TTg, dated May 10, 2012).

The delegation offered incense at Tan Trao Communal House. (Photo: Phuong Thao)

Next, the delegation visited the Tan Trao Special National Relic Site and visited the Monument to Heroes and Martyrs, a place to pay tribute to Party and State leaders who lived and worked in Tuyen Quang, with great contributions to the cause of national liberation and struggle, such as President Ho Chi Minh and General Vo Nguyen Giap. The memorial site is not only a historical witness, but also a strong source of inspiration for the younger generation to continue promoting patriotism, responsibility and creativity in their work, contributing to building a strong and modern diplomacy.

Talking to reporters of the World and Vietnam Newspaper, Deputy Secretary of the Ministry's Youth Union Ngo Ba Hoang Hai expressed his hope that, with the slogan "Keeping the fire of tradition - Stepping forward to the future", all youth union members of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, regardless of their positions, will always promote pride and awareness of preserving the heritage left by our ancestors. With their youth and creative intelligence, each member will not only contribute to building a strong agency and unit but also continue the steady steps of the previous generation, creating a bright and promising future for the country.

Mr. Nguyen Quoc Viet, Middle East - Africa Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, interviewed by The Gioi va Viet Nam Newspaper. (Photo: Phuong Thao)

In addition, Mr. Nguyen Quoc Viet, Middle East - Africa Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs shared that this year's Journey to the Source is the first official activity of the Ministry's Youth Union in 2025. This is an opportunity for youth union members of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Diplomatic Academy and other units to participate, experience and better understand the historical values ​​of the relic sites. Those who have been here will be more imbued with the significance of the Tan Trao Special National Relic Site for the Vietnamese revolution in general and the Diplomatic sector in particular.

For Secretary of Minh Thanh Commune Youth Union Ma Van Vu, the Ministry's Youth Union's visit and presentation of charitable gifts to disadvantaged students has practical significance for the locality. This not only demonstrates the spirit of mutual love, but also contributes to raising youth awareness of historical and cultural values ​​associated with the Diplomatic sector. He hopes that Minh Thanh Commune will always receive a lot of support to continue developing and spreading the value of the relic site.

Officials and youth union members of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs actively painted, cleaned, and renovated the historical site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Photo: Phuong Thao)

The program ended with many emotions lingering in the hearts of each participant. The images of enthusiastic work to restore the relic site, the sincere sharing between the Ministry's youth union members and local youth left a beautiful impression of warm and connected feelings, reminding the spirit of unity and solidarity for the common cause that the previous generation aspired for. This journey is not just a trip, but also a source of motivation for the young generation of the diplomatic sector to continue to practice, learn, contribute and maintain the traditional flame on the road ahead.

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