A delegation of the Party Central Committee, the National Assembly (NA), the State President, the Government, and the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee laid a wreath and paid tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum in Hanoi on September 1 morning on the occasion of the country's 80th National Day (September 2, 1945 - 2025).

VOV.VN - On September 2, 1945, at Ba Dinh Square, President Ho Chi Minh proclaimed the Declaration of Independence, giving birth to the Democratic Republic of Vietnam and ushering in a new era of freedom and independence for the nation.

The moment President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence on September 2, 1945 at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi lit up a flame of independence, self-reliance, and national unity, which not only inspired the faith and hope of millions at that time, but also continues to burn brightly, guiding every revolutionary victory of the nation thereafter.

VOV.VN - Party General Secretary To Lam on August 31 offered incense in commemoration of President Ho Chi Minh at House No. 48 relic on Hang Ngang street in Hanoi where leader Ho Chi Minh penned the Declaration of Independence in late August 1945.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is entering a new era of development, building on nearly 40 years of Doi Moi (Renewal), with renewed strengths and momentum expected to spur rapid and sustainable growth.

VOV.VN - An exhibition showcasing Vietnam’s 80-year journey of national construction and development across key sectors opened at the National Exposition Centre on the outskirts of Hanoi on August 28.

VOV.VN - On the morning of August 27 in Hanoi, Party General Secretary To Lam chaired a meeting with representatives of all generations of National Assembly deputies, on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2), and in preparation for the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s first general election for the National Assembly.

VOV.VN - The Central Steering Committee for the Commemoration of Major National Holidays and Historical Events inaugurated the Press Centre for Vietnam’s 80th National Day at the National Assembly building, Hanoi, on August 26.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has basically completed the goal of eradicating temporary and dilapidated houses nationwide, finishing 5 years and 4 months earlier than planned under a Party Resolution, according to a report presented at a national review conference in Hanoi on August 26.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception for the Liaison Committee of public security officers who were dispatched to support the southern battlefield during the war.

VOV.VN - Approximately 40,000 participants from military formations, civilian groups, and ceremonial units took part in the second full-scale rehearsal at Ba Đình Square, Hanoi, on the evening of August 24 in the leadup to the National Day parade on September 2.

VOV.VN - Amid warnings of Typhoon Kajiki’s devastating impact as it makes landfall in Vietnam around noon on August 25, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered affected localities to take the most urgent and decisive measures, emphasizing that the top priority is protecting human lives.

VOV.VN - As Vietnam is confidently moving into a new era, the lessons of patriotism, solidarity, and selfless dedication from past generations continue to hold true, President Luong Cuong has affirmed.

VOV.VN - On August 24, seven SU-30MK2 fighter jets—nicknamed the “King Cobra” of Vietnam’s Air Defense – Air Force—took part in rehearsal flights over Ba Dinh Square in preparation for the National Day parade on September 2.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 23 urged urgent actions to unify technologies, infrastructure and platforms for handling commune-level administrative procedures, ensuring a single, modern and interoperable system with shared standards and measurements.

Although the new two-tier local government model has run stably since its launch on July 1, there is much to do to ensure its smooth, synchronous and effective operations, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has stressed.

VOV.VN - In the new era, culture must always take the lead, guiding and shaping national identity, strengthening social trust, and building the country’s soft power to become a pillar for national prosperous and happy development, stressed Party General Secretary To Lam.

The Politburo on August 22 announced a reprimand against the Ministry of Health’s Party Affairs Committee for the 2025-2026 term (by February 2025), and the expulsion of several officials from Thanh Hoa province, Ho Chi Minh City and former Kien Giang province from the Party.

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, held the opening ceremony of a photo exhibition on August 22, commemorating 80 years of Vietnamese diplomacy.

VOV.VN - The first full rehearsal of the military parade and civic march took place at 8:00 PM on August 21 at Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi, in preparation for the grand ceremony marking Vietnam’s 80th National Day (September 2, 1945 –2025).

VOV.VN - On the evening of August 21, 15 105mm cannons from Artillery Brigade 45 conducted a live-fire rehearsal at My Dinh National Stadium, Hanoi, alongside the first full rehearsal of a military parade in the leadup to the National Day celebration at Ba Dinh Square on September 2.

VOV.VN - Historical Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi, once again became the stage for a powerful military display on August 21 as large-scale vehicles, artillery, and heavy weaponry rolled through during the first full rehearsal for the upcoming September 2 National Day parade.

VOV.VN - More than 2,000 people representing 13 civic, cultural, and artistic formations took part in a rehearsal at My Dinh National Stadium on August 20 for a military parade and civic march celebrating the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day on September 2.

VOV.VN - Senior Vietnamese leaders urged all officials and people along with the business community to uphold tradition, foster unity, and embrace innovation in order to build a prosperous, civilised, and happy Vietnam in the new era, at a meeting in Hanoi on August 20 to mark 80 years of the Government.

VOV.VN - On August 19, Vietnam marked the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day with simultaneous inauguration and groundbreaking ceremonies for 250 key projects across 34 provinces and cities throughout the nation.

VOV.VN - A ceremony was held in Hanoi on August 19 in Hanoi to hand over the Bac Bo Phu (Government Guest House) building after renovation and upgrading under a project to modernize the Presidential Office headquarters, marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (1945-2025).

VOV.VN - Party General Secretary To Lam expressed his profound gratitude for former leaders’ great contributions to Vietnam’s development and expected that they would continue to bring into play their wisdom and experience, accompanying the Party, State, and people in building a prosperous and happy nation in the new era.

VOV.VN - Party General Secretary To Lam, President Luong Cuong, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, along with other Party and State leaders, attended a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Public Security at the National Convention Center in Hanoi on August 17.

VOV.VN - Every officer and soldier must thoroughly embrace the principle that “the people are the root,” always placing the interests of the nation and the people above all else, while setting a true example in political will, moral qualities, lifestyle, and professional conduct, Party General Secretary To Lam has emphasized.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 16 called on the Party organisation of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST), its leaders, and staff to be pioneers in applying and advancing science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.