Vietnamese people mourn Party chief on social media
Tributes have streamed in over social media soon after the Vietnam News Agency issued a special communiqué, announcing that Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong passed away at 1:38 pm on July 19, 2024, at the Central Military Hospital 108 in Hanoi.
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong meets with residents in Thuong Dien village, Vinh Quang commune, Hai Phong city's Vinh Bao district on November 15, 2017. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Tributes have streamed in over social media soon after the Vietnam News Agency issued a special communiqué, announcing that Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong passed away at 1:38 pm on July 19, 2024, at the Central Military Hospital 108 in Hanoi.
A moving eulogy by an anonymous author, which demonstrates the outpouring of grief of the Vietnamese people for the beloved leader, has gone viral on various platforms, including Facebook, Youtube, TikTok, Zalo and Viber.
The online forum Otofun, an automobile and motorbike playground in Vietnam with over 200,000 members in 2018 just two years after its inception, has gone grey as a sign of respect for the late Party chief. Along with their sadness over his passing, the forum's members also expressed their hope that other leaders will follow the seniors’ steps and ideologies and develop their theories.
A poem by anonymous author, honouring Party General Secretary Trong’s devotion to the nation, was also shared on the Zalo account “Yen Xuan – my homeland” established by a group of local people in Yen Xuan commune in the central province of Nghe An’s Hung Nguyen district.
Through a website, students of the Tu Son High School in the northern province of Bac Ninh have shown their depth of emotions over the passing of the Party chief, and promised to strive their best to develop the country.
Meanwhile, Tony Bui from Warszawa, Poland, posted a moving poem about the late leader on Facebook, expressing his gratitude towards the Party chief's contributions to the nation.
Netizens’ positive messages have affirmed that Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong’s prestige has created the power of solidarity not only for the Party but also the whole people. Besides, they have demonstrated that the transcendentals of truth, goodness and beauty are always treasured and acknowledged by the public.
As of January 2023, Vietnam had 77.93 million internet u♑sers, or 79.1% of the population. Among them, there were 70 million social network users, with 66.2 million signing up for Facebook, 63 million for YouTube, 10.35 million for Insta🀅gram, 49.86 million for TikTok, 5.2 million for LinkedIn, and 4.1 million for Twitter./.
Upon hearing of Vietnamese Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's passing, leaders of communist and left-wing parties in many countries have expressed profound condolences and highlighted his wisdom, strategic vision, and contributions to the country's development.
The Indian parliament on July 22 held a moment of silence before beginning its monsoon session to commemorate General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong, who passed away on July 19.
Upon learning of the passing of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong, leaders of countries; ruling, communist, partner parties; international organisations and overseas Vietnamese (OV) communities have sent heartfelt messages and letters of condolences to the CPV Central Committee, President To Lam, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, the Vietnamese people and the family of the late leader.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
