The meeting agreed on organizational plans for the congress, which will evaluate results of the nationwide patriotic emulation and commendation drive over the 2021-2025 period and map out tasks and targets for 2026-2030. The event will honor national heroes, emulation fighters, exemplary individuals and collectives, and leading examples from patriotic emulation movements across all levels and sectors, particularly those contributing to key priority areas.

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PM Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the 15th meeting of the Central Council for Emulation and Commendation for the 2021-2026 term on November 27, 2025.

Attendees were briefed that preparations are generally complete. The congress will feature a photo exhibition on President Ho Chi Minh and patriotic emulation movements, as well as displays showcasing Vietnam’s socio-economic progress over four decades of Doi Moi (renewal). It will also include interactions with role models and a variety of cultural and artistic events.

Delegates reviewed and locked in the final honor roll of collectives and individuals to be recognized at the congress.

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An overview of the meeting

In the closing speech, PM Pham Minh Chinh, who also serves as Chairman of the council, directed agencies to finalize all award dossiers and submit them promptly to the competent authorities. He further instructed continued screening to identify any additional collectives or individuals with truly outstanding contributions worthy of national-level recognition and commendation.

Source: VNA