On the occasion of attending the 80th United Nations General Assembly High-level General Assembly Discussion Session, combined with bilateral activities in the US, on the evening of September 22 local time, in New York, Politburo member and President Luong Cuong and his wife chaired a solemn reception to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Vietnam National Day (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2025).
President Luong Cuong affirmed that with the strong will, confidence, creativity and high solidarity and unity of the entire nation, Vietnam has overcome countless difficulties and challenges, sto firmly fought, maintained its independence, freedom, national unity and advanced towards socialism, for the goal of a rich people, strong country, democracy, fairness and civilization.
The President emphasized that overcoming the great pain and loss caused by war and being surrounded and embargoed; continuing the thousand-year tradition of the nation's culture, with courage, a spirit of generosity and hospitality, Vietnam has made continuous efforts in the journey of reconciliation, healing, cooperation and development; from the chaos of war, turning into development; turning difference into healing and national unity.
Sharing about the great achievements that Vietnam has achieved in recent decades, the President affirmed that entering a new era, with new spirit and new determination, and that Vietnam today is a friendly, dynamic and friendly destination in the Asia-Pacific region; a trusted and responsible partner of the international community for a sustainable peace.
Assessing Vietnam's relationship with the United Nations and the United States, the President said that the United Nations is a vivid example of cooperation and companionship; while the United States is a testament to the spirit of putting the past behind, overcoming differences, and looking towards the future to now become a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for peace, cooperation and sustainable development, based on sincere understanding and mutual respect.
Speaking to congratulate Vietnam on this important event, Deputy Secretary General and High Representative of the United Nations' Defence of the Ship, Izumi Nakamitsu, stated that over the past 8 decades, Vietnam has risen from the domination of colonialism to become a modern, prosperous country as it is today; based on a long-standing historical foundation and rich cultural traditions; and today, Vietnam has become a modern, dynamic society and a leading country in the region.
Ms. Nakamitsu affirmed that the Vietnamese people have outlined their own path, a truly independent path and Vietnam has the right to be proud of the achievements it has achieved even though the path to success is not easy.
Ms. Nakamitsu highly appreciated Vietnam's commitments to the United Nations and the United Nations Charter on the basis of multilateralism, peaceful resolution of conflicts, cooperation, sustainable development and equality, thereby demonstrating Vietnam's position and role in the international community.
