Liberation Army’s tank storms Independence Palace April 30, 1975 (Photo: Tran Mai Huong) The 1975 victory opened a new era of independence, reunification, and socialism for Vietnam and demonstrated the strength of Vietnamese revolutionary heroism and wisdom in the Ho Chi Minh era. The victory’s most decisive factors were the great strength of the people and the creative leadership the Communist Party of Vietnam. Just struggle Nguyen Trong Xuat, former Secretary General of the Editorial Board of History of the Southern Resistance, called Vietnam’s American Resistance War is a just struggle for national independence and freedom. That’s why it rallied people’s participation, Mr. Xuat said “The leaders inherited tactical talent and wisdom from their predecessors for thousands of years. The Party taught us that if you know how to rally the masses, the revolution is by the people, not by the cadre. People are the revolution.” The southern people … [Read more...] about National strength makes Reunification Day
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The Marq – Vietnam’s ultimate luxury residential destination to be launched
The lauching of The Marq - a luxury residential high-rise building will offer customers an ideal selection with stunning views of Ho Chi Minh City and a true luxury lifestyle. The Marq offering stunning views of Ho Chi Minh city and a true luxury lifestyle for discerning investors Hongkong Land and Hoa Lam Corporation announced the launch of The Marq, which will be openned for sale in the first half of 2019. Located in the heart of District 1, the development will provide 515 opulent residences comprising one- to four-bedroom condominiums and penthouses. The Marq is Hongkong Land’s second residential development in Vietnam, located in a prime location in District 1. Hoa Lam Corporation has been a major player in various industries including banking, healthcare, and real estate since 1988. Phan Viet Hung, chief finance officer of Hoa Lam Corporation, said, “Hoa Lam is honoured to enter into this strategic partnership with such a highly regarded property developer. … [Read more...] about The Marq – Vietnam’s ultimate luxury residential destination to be launched
Smog-smothered Saigon joins ranks of heavily polluted cities
Many parts of Ho Chi Minh City were under such a thick layer of fog Friday morning that many drivers complained of poor visibility. In recent years, HCMC has joined the ranks of cities like Bangkok, Manila, Jakarta and Hanoi that are suffering really bad air pollution, posing risks of respiratory diseases among their populations. The fog’s density could been seen in the way it obscured the peak of Landmark 81 in Saigon's Binh Thanh District, Vietnam's tallest building. From the Thu Thiem Urban Area in District 2, the fog cast a screen over the city center and its skycrapers. The photo was taken at 9 a.m. "Everything looked mysterious and it looked as though we were in Da Lat," said resident Le Van Tam, referring to the Central Highlands town where it is almost always cool and fog. Temperatures in the usually hot city dropped to 21 degrees Celsius (70 degrees Fahrenheit) on Friday morning. The Phu My Bridge in District 7 and the high-rise buildings beyond it were shrouded. At far … [Read more...] about Smog-smothered Saigon joins ranks of heavily polluted cities
State funeral held for President Tran Dai Quang
The State funeral for President Tran Dai Quang is held at the National Funeral Hall, 5 Tran Thanh Tong Street, Hanoi Family members of President Tran Dai Quang led by his wife Nguyen Thi Hien were the first to offer incense and flowers to their beloved. The respect-paying ceremony in Hanoi witnessed delegations of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front. The delegation of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam led by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong was the first to pay homage to the late President. On behalf of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong wrote in the funeral book, “Deeply mourning over comrade Tran Dai Quang, a Politburo member, President of … [Read more...] about State funeral held for President Tran Dai Quang
Vietnam in a nutshell: A guide for tourists
Welcome to Vietnam A land of staggering beauty, complexity and intrigue - Vietnam is home to sleepy rural hill tribes and bustling cities, perched between some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the world. You only have to scratch the surface of this deeply fascinating country to see vestiges of its complicated history. Ancient temples display distinctly Chinese influences in the north and Hindu origins in the south. Meanwhile, the broad, tree-lined boulevards and grand state buildings that pepper Hanoi date from the French colonial period. Despite evoking an image of war and deep suffering for those who grew up in the shadow of the devastating Vietnam War, Vietnam is an infectiously happy place. Colour, vibrancy and lust for life are to be found in every corner. Destination highlights Hanoi A mess of motorbikes and merchants, serene lakes and temples, peek underneath the surface and layers of history will reveal remnants of periods of French and Chinese occupation-offering a … [Read more...] about Vietnam in a nutshell: A guide for tourists