According to regulations established in 2021, the nation observes an additional National Day holiday, with the government annually designating the day immediately before or after September 2nd. This year, September 1st was selected, granting public employees a 4-day weekend, encompassing the last two days of the previous week and the first two days of the following week.
Agencies are required to maintain on-call staff to address essential tasks and public services. They are also advised to appoint officials to handle any unforeseen matters. Agencies that do not typically observe Saturday and Sunday closures are to arrange their holiday schedules accordingly. Holiday arrangements for private sector workers are determined by their employers, with 30 days' prior notice.
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National Day holiday schedule for public employees. Graphics: Dang Hieu |
On September 2nd, Vietnam will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day with a ceremony and parade at Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi – the location where President Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnam's independence on September 2nd, 1945.
The parade will feature a full display of forces, including ground troops, mechanized units, air and naval components. Ground forces from the army and police will comprise 43 marching blocks and 18 stationary blocks, with over 15,600 personnel. The Ministry of National Defense has extended invitations to the militaries of Russia, China, Laos, Cambodia, and Belarus to participate.
A naval parade will be held for the first time in Khanh Hoa province, featuring the navy, coast guard, border guard, and Military Region 5. The navy will play a central role, showcasing Kilo 636 submarines, surface vessels, naval aviation, and other specialized units.
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Tanks lead a procession of military vehicles past the reviewing stand during a rehearsal for the 80th National Day parade at Mieu Mon National Training Center, Hanoi, on 17/7. Photo: Giang Huy |
Vietnam observes a total of 11 official public holidays annually: one day for New Year's Day, five days for Lunar New Year (Tet), one day for Hung Kings Commemoration Day, two days for Liberation Day/International Labor Day (April 30th and May 1st), and two days for National Day.
Hong Chieu
