May 14, 2026 | 22:57 (GMT+7)
Preparations for scientific seminar on President Ho Chi Minh’s two calls for nationwide resistance wars
PANO - The Ministry of National Defense and Ho Chi Minh City’s Party Committee co-held a steering committee meeting on May 13 to implement the plan for organizing a ministerial-level scientific seminar titled “An appeal for National Resistance War – Appeal to compatriots and soldiers nationwide – The will to safeguard independence and freedom with strategic autonomy, self-reliance, and confidence in the era of Vietnam’s rise.”
Deputy Defense Minister Sr. Lt. Gen. Nguyen Van Gau chaired the meeting.
In his speech, Gen. Gau highly appreciated the pro-activeness of the Vietnam Institute for Defense Strategy and History, the standing agency of the steering committee, in coordinating and implementing tasks in preparation for the seminar. He emphasized that the event aims to affirm and further clarify the historical and contemporary significance of President Ho Chi Minh’s “Appeal for national resistance war” (December 19, 1946) and “A call to compatriots and soldiers nationwide to be determined to defeat the U.S. invaders” (July 17, 1966).
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Sr. Lt. Gen Nguyen Van Gau chairs the meeting. |
According to Gen. Gau, the seminar will focus on in-depth analysis and clarification of the viewpoints and thoughts of President Ho Chi Minh and the Party on Fatherland’s protection, as well as the spirit of strategic autonomy, self-reliance, resilience, and national confidence in the revolutionary cause.
It will also emphasize applying the core values of the two appeals for national resistance wars to the cause of national construction and defense in the new context, thereby contributing to strengthening trust, fostering political stance, enhancing the will for self-reliance, and nurturing the aspiration for a prosperous and happy country in the new era of national rise.
The deputy defense minister required the Vietnam Institute for Defense Strategy and History to closely coordinate with relevant agencies, units, and localities to finalize the plan; review presentations to ensure accuracy and quality; continue working with related bodies to thoroughly prepare all aspects of the event; and promote dissemination and education before, during, and after the event.
The conference is scheduled to take place in early June 2026 at the hall of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee, with the participation of more than 500 delegates.
Translated by Song Anh