The Mekong Delta city of Cần Thơ has achieved a milestone in its agricultural development, with its first fruit farming area officially certified under GlobalGAP standards.

Regardless of age or region, tens of thousands of Vietnamese hearts joined together in joy and boundless pride to welcome the parade and marching groups.

For many expats, it was a privilege to witness how Vietnamese people salute their national pride and to feel as part of a nation celebrating its historic journey.

On September 2 morning, the Vietnamese Embassy in Tokyo hosted a gathering where OVs living, studying and working in Japan gathered to watch a live broadcast of Hà Nội’s National Day celebrations on a large screen.

The decisive factor behind Việt Nam’s revolutionary success has been the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV) - the force that spread Hồ Chí Minh’s ideology and safeguarded the nation’s interests, stated a Russian scholar.

Eighty years ago, tens of thousands gathered at Ba Đình Square to hear President Hồ Chí Minh proclaim the Declaration of Independence, founding the Democratic Republic of Việt Nam. That moment marked not just a turning point in national history, but the beginning of a profound journey for the capital.

Art programme opens the Grand ceremony marks 80th anniversary of August Revolution, National Day on Tuesday morning (September 2) in Ba Đình Square, Hà Nội.

Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyễn Minh Vũ highlighted two major outcomes of Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính's trip to Tianjin, China, for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025, spanning from August 31 to September 1.

Nguyễn Hoàng Hải, 42, who lives near the parade route, said his family chose to head to Thanh Niên Street from 4 pm on Monday to secure a better vantage point for watching the marching contingents.

Marking 80 years since the August Revolution and Việt Nam’s Declaration of Independence, this tribute reflects on the historic journey from colonial rule to freedom and unity. Through the voices of historians, diplomats, and citizens home and abroad, Vietnamese people honour the sacrifices of the past while inspiring the next generation to continue building a prosperous and united country.

The HCM City Traffic Police have issued a notice on traffic restriction in the central areas to ensure traffic order and safety during the fireworks displays to mark the 80th anniversary of National Day on September 2.

State President Lương Cường’s attendance at a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the world’s victory over fascism underscores Việt Nam’s responsible voice and support for global efforts toward peace, security, and development, said Permanent Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyễn Minh Vũ.

The presence by President of the Cambodian Senate and President of the Cambodian People's Party (CPP) Samdech Techo Hun Sen at Việt Nam’s 80th National Day grand celebration demonstrates the traditional friendship, solidarity, and all-round cooperation between the two countries, and also reflects the highest regard for their political and diplomatic relations, according to CPP Honorary President Samdech Heng Samrin.

Việt Nam’s August Revolution in 1945 was not only a remarkable historical event of the 20th century but also a global symbol of the strength of national unity and the spirit of self-reliance and resilience, according to El Salvador’s Vice President Félix Ulloa.

As Việt Nam looks back on its progress, the experiences of long-term foreign residents offer a unique view of Việt Nam’s change. For them, Việt Nam is more than a destination. It is a place of belonging, opportunity, and shared aspirations.

The ceremony was attended by Politburo members: Party General Secretary Tô Lâm, State President Lưong Cường, NA Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn, Permanent member of the Party Central Committee's Secretariat Trần Cẩm Tú, and Secretary of the Party Central Committee and President of the VFF Central Committee Đỗ Văn Chiến.

The Ministry of Public Security on August 31 held a ceremony in Hà Nội to posthumously confer the title Hero of the People’s Armed Forces during the resistance war against the US on Sen. Lieut. Gen. Bùi Thiện Ngộ, late Minister of Home Affairs (now the Ministry of Public Security).

The National Assembly (NA) House and relevant offices around Ba Đình Square in Hà Nội will be open to the public for the 80th anniversary of August Revolution and Việt Nam’s National Day, the NA Office announced on August 31.

Việt Nam’s remarkable economic growth has become a source of inspiration for other member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, said Lamijo, a Southeast Asia researcher at Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency.

The State Treasury reported on August 31 afternoon that as of 1.30pm, a total of VND 5.687 trillion (US$218.7 million) had been distributed to 1,929 out of 3,321 communes, or 58.5 per cent of the total, as cash gifts each worth VND 100,000 for every citizen to welcome the coming National Day.