Dressed in a red ao dai, 86-year-old Tran Thi Huyen, a Vietnamese hero mother from Ha Tinh, attended the National Day parade for the first time, sitting next to General Secretary To Lam on the Ba Dinh podium.
China displayed a range of advanced weaponry, including tanks, ICBMs, UAVs, and laser cannons, all developed domestically, during a military parade commemorating the victory over fascism.
Speaking at the A80 grand ceremony on 2/9, Party General Secretary To Lam highlighted Vietnam's "national aspiration and oath of honor before history" to become a powerful, prosperous, and happy nation by 2045.
Massive crowds flocked to parade routes in Hanoi early on September 1st, forcing those arriving in the evening to abandon their carefully laid plans, despite preparations for an overnight stay.
While Hanoi bustled with visitors for the National Day celebrations, popular tourist spots like Nha Trang, Sam Son, and Cat Ba saw a decrease in visitors during the first two days of the holiday.
Kim Jong-un will visit China for a military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory over Japan, marking his first attendance at such an event.
General Secretary To Lam announced that the 14th Central Committee is projected to have over 10% of its members under the age of 47, along with 10-12% women and ethnic minority members.
Nguyen Van Mai cycled from Nghe An to Hanoi on his father's Thong Nhat bicycle, carrying his late father's medals, to witness the National Day celebrations.
Tourists passing through Hanoi's streets, packed with people and adorned with red flags, expressed their admiration for the patriotic spirit of the Vietnamese people.
Hanoi will provide free drinks, dry rations, instant noodles, public transport, and large screens to serve residents and tourists during the 80th National Day celebrations.
