The Central Commission for Communication and Education and the Central Commission for Mass Mobilization directed the organization of the special art program \u201cHe Is Ho Chi Minh\u201d on the occasion of the 135th anniversary of the birth of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890 \u2013 May 19, 2025). The program will take place at 8:10 p.m. on May 18, 2025, at Ba Dinh Square (Hanoi), and will be broadcast live on VTV1, with wide rebroadcasting on central and local television channels as well as digital platforms. This is an event of special political and cultural significance, jointly implemented by Vietnam Television, the Hanoi People\u2019s Committee, the Command of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Protection Force, Netmedia Joint Stock Company, and relevant agencies. The program aims to widely communicate and educate today\u2019s generations about President Ho Chi Minh\u2019s great contributions, ideological legacy, moral example, and leadership style in the nation\u2019s revolutionary cause.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe Is Ho Chi Minh\u201d is elaborately staged with artistic performances and moving stories that vividly portray the image of the great leader, national liberation hero, and outstanding cultural figure. Through performances combining dance, drama, and music, the program conveys Ho Chi Minh Thought, ethics, and style to officials, Party members, and the public, especially young people. Through this, it contributes to strengthening the great national unity and inspiring aspirations for dedication and national development in accordance with his example.<\/p>\n
The program is structured into three thematic segments that retrace the life journey and legacy of President Ho Chi Minh. These segments correspond to key stages of his life: from \u201cNguyen Sinh Cung \u2013 Nguyen Tat Thanh\u201d, representing his formative years shaped by traditional Vietnamese values; to \u201cNguyen Ai Quoc \u2013 Ho Chi Minh\u201d, focusing on his engagement with global ideas, the founding of the Communist Party, and leadership of the revolutionary movement, and finally \u201cVietnam! An Era of Aspiration\u201d, affirming his historic role in leading the nation toward independence, freedom, and happiness. According to the organizers, the program uniquely combines historical footage, theatrical staging, and contemporary music. The large-scale production and use of archival materials are expected to create powerful highlights, moments of deep pride, and strong inspiration for millions of viewers.<\/p>\n
The program will be broadcast live on VTV1 and across numerous national and local television channels. With its rich historical content and strong educational value, the event is expected to attract widespread public attention nationwide. Emotional and authentic performances, combined with modern musical elements, are anticipated to broadly spread patriotism and the spirit of aspiration, inspiring people of all generations, especially the youth.<\/p>\n
Mr. Nguyen Huu Tu, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and General Director of the Vietnam National Chemical Group (Vinachem), will attend the program as an honorary guest. Alongside the event, Vinachem is one of the program\u2019s sponsors. The Group\u2019s support reflects its commitment to preserving and promoting the historical and cultural values associated with President Ho.<\/p>\n
On May 10 and 11, 2025, Vinachem organized a series of activities in preparation for the important May 19 anniversary. A highlight was the launch of the initiative \u201cGreening and Digital Transformation of the Chemical Industry\u201d, held in connection with President Ho’s birthday. This long-term campaign demonstrates Vinachem\u2019s commitment to applying modern technologies, protecting the environment, and improving productivity within the chemical sector \u2014 aligned with the Party\u2019s sustainable development orientation. At the same time, Vinachem introduced its consumer product portfolio and the Vinachemmart e-commerce platform, affirming its manufacturing capacity and focus on better serving domestic demand.<\/p>\n
Notably, Vinachem organized the photo exhibition \u201cPresident Ho Chi Minh and the Chemical Industry \u2013 Memories and Trust\u201d at the Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian area.<\/p>\n
The exhibition showcases valuable archival images documenting five visits by President Ho to predecessor units of Vinachem\u2019s member companies, linking revolutionary history with the traditions of the chemical industry. Cultural activities such as Vinachem\u2019s product exhibition booths and the promotional walking program \u201cVinachem Steps Forward 2025 \u2013 Pioneering the Green Transformation of the Chemical Industry\u201d attracted strong participation from employees and Hanoi residents alike. Through these activities, Vinachem affirmed its role as a key sponsor and spread the message of \u201ccommunity responsibility and action for a greener environment\u201d during the celebration of President Ho’s birthday.<\/p>\n
Vietnam\u2019s Chemical Industry \u2013 An Industrial Foundation and a Path Toward Modernization<\/strong><\/p>\n The Vietnam National Chemical Group has emphasized the close relationship between Ho Chi Minh\u2019s legacy and the country\u2019s current industrialization and modernization efforts. As General Secretary Nguy\u1ec5n Ph\u00fa Tr\u1ecdng has stated, \u201ccontinuing to advance industrialization and modernization is an objective and inevitable requirement in the new context.\u201d Vietnam\u2019s chemical industry holds a foundational position, playing a critical role in national production supply chains and energy security. The mission of Vinachem and the sector as a whole is to proactively pursue strategic goals: transforming growth models, applying modern science and technology, improving production efficiency, and enhancing competitiveness in support of national industrialization and modernization.<\/p>\n Vinachem remains firmly committed to sustainable development, contributing to the construction of a green industrial sector while fulfilling the role of a state-owned enterprise aligned with national interests. This commitment reflects the proactive spirit of a major economic group\u2014actively innovating, protecting the environment, and preserving revolutionary traditions, including the tradition of productive labor and nation-building.<\/p>\n Ho Chi Minh Thought as a Driving Force for Development<\/strong><\/p>\n Ho Chi Minh Thought has always served as a guiding foundation for Vietnam\u2019s revolutionary movement and industrial development. President Ho Chi Minh emphasized the noble role of creative labor and intellectuals in national construction, stating that \u201cintellectuals must be able to engage in manual labor, while workers and farmers must possess cultural and educational knowledge<\/em>.\u201d This perspective encourages continuous learning and creativity, while promoting the integration of technical knowledge with practical production. Vinachem honors these teachings by promoting movements for skilled and innovative labor throughout the industry, while actively investing in science, technology, and workforce development \u2013putting into practice the principle of \u201charnessing science and technology as a new fundamental productive force,\u201d \u2013\u00a0a concept deeply rooted in Vietnam\u2019s industrialization path.<\/p>\n Guided by this spirit, Vinachem continues to advance innovation and international integration, positioning digital transformation and green development as strategic priorities. Vinachem\u2019s concrete contributions during the commemoration of President Ho\u2019s birthday \u2013from organizing ceremonies and exhibitions to launching green industrial communication campaigns \u2013 demonstrate the political responsibility and revolutionary ethics of a state-owned enterprise. In alignment with Ho Chi Minh\u2019s teachings and the Party\u2019s direction, Vinachem not only maintains a strong economic foundation but also continues to lead the green, high-tech development of Vietnam\u2019s chemical industry, worthy of its historic mission in the cause of national construction and defense.<\/p>\n