80th founding anniversary of Vietnam People's Army marked in Algeria
The Embassy and Defence Attaché Office of Vietnam in Algeria held a ceremony in Algiers on December 10 to mark the 80th founding anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) (December 22, 1944 - 2024) and the 35th anniversary of the All People’s Defence Festival (December 22, 1989 - 2024).
The characteristics of Vietnam’s national defence is based on all people, peaceful, and self-defence and to actively, proactively, resolutely and perseveringly prevent risks of war. (Photo: VNA)
Algiers (VNA)🐟 – The Embassy and Defence Attaché Office of Vietnam in Algeria held a ceremony in Algiers on December 10 to mark the 80th founding anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) (December 22, 1944 - 2024) and the 35th anniversary of the All People’s Defence Festival (December 22, 1989 - 2024).
The event was attended by nearly 200 guests, including representatives from Algeria’s political parties and ministries, ambassadors, defence attachés from nations, members of the Vietnamese expatriate community in Algeria, and employees of the oil and gas joint venture of Groupement Bir Seba (GBRS).
In his speech, Vietnamese Ambassador to Algeria Tran Quoc Khanh emphasised the pioneering and central role of the VPA in the nation’s past struggle for independence and reunification, and its current process of national construction and defence. He highlighted the army’s contributions to peacekeeping, disaster relief, and international cooperation, which reflect Vietnam’s aspirations for a world of peace and shared prosperity.
The Ambassador underlined the characteristics of Vietnam’s national defence, which is based on all people, peaceful, and self-defence and to actively, proactively, resolutely and perseveringly prevent risks of war. He also reaffirmed the country’s “Four No’s” defence policy – not participating in military alliances, not affiliating with one country to oppose another, not allowing foreign countries to establish military bases or use Vietnamese territory to oppose other countries, and not using force or threatening to use force in international relations.
Vietnam’s Defence Attaché to Algeria Colonel Nguyen Hoang Long reviewed the significant achievements of the VPA. He noted that in the new era, the army continues to uphold its heroic traditions and enhance its capabilities and readiness to fulfill its duties.
Long stated that December 22 was designated as the day of the All People’s Defence Festival to show the tradition of all people engaging in the fight against enemies to safeguard the country and also to affirm the Communist Party of Vietnam’s viewpoint that all people take part in national construction and defence, with the people’s armed forces serving as the core.
He went on to say that the festival is an opportunity to honour Vietnam’s national traditions, the noble image of "Uncle Ho's soldiers," and to educate the public on patriotism and socialist ideals.
Long highlighted that the establishment of the Vietnam Defence Attaché Office in Algeria 20 years ago has been a crucial link in maintaining and developing the historical and friendly relationship between Vietnam and Algeria and ties between the Vietnam People’s Army and the Algerian National People’s Army in particular. Recent high-level exchanges and training cooperation between the two armies have yielded significant results and promise further growth in the years to come, he added.
On this occasion, the Embassy and Defence Attaché Office of Vienam in Algeria organised a screening of a film introducing to international friends the formation and development of the VPA as well as displaying photos capturing historical milestones in fighting to protect the country in the past, building the country, and expanding international cooperation at present./.
Seventy years have passed, yet the Dien Bien Phu Victory remains a momentous event not only for Vietnamese people but also for all those around the world who cherish freedom as it is an epic written by an indomitable nation in the process of defending the homeland, stated Algerian Minister of War Veterans and Rights Holders Laid Rebiga at a conference held in Algiers on November 4.
A delegation from the Central Theory Council of Vietnam, led by its Permanent Vice Chairman Prof., Dr. Ta Ngoc Tan, is paying a working visit to Algeria from October 1-5.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Algeria hosted a ceremony on September 25 to celebrate the 79th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2) and the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory, with over 200 guests in attendance.
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).
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Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
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