80 years of the Vietnam People's Public Security with the cause of building and developing the country's socio-economy

Phạm Minh Chính, Ủy viên Bộ Chính trị, Thủ tướng Chính phủ nước CHXHCN Việt Nam |

On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Traditional Day of the People's Public Security (August 19, 1945-19/8/2025), the 20th anniversary of the National Day for National Security Protection (August 2005 - August 19, 2025), Politburo member and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh wrote an article "80 years of the Vietnam People's Public Security - with the cause of building and developing the country's socio-economy". The Government Electronic Information Portal respectfully introduces the full text of the article by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

1. Since its establishment (August 19, 1945), no matter wherever, in any circumstances or conditions, the People's Public Security has always been the "Gard" of the Party and State, a solid "Iron shield" in protecting national security, fighting against all types of crimes, preserving the peaceful, happy and prosperous life of the people; that affirms the heroic tradition, glory, revolutionary heroism, and steadfast fighting spirit of the People's Public Security force, worthy of being an important, reliable, and absolutely loyal armed force of the Fatherland, the Party, the State and the People.

After the August Revolution, in the context of countless difficulties and challenges, "in the inner and outer army", the situation of "weighing the bar and hanging the hair", under the absolute, direct, comprehensive and talented leadership of the Party; the education and training of President Ho Chi Minh, the respectful support, protection and assistance of the People, the heroic Vietnam People's Public Security force has been resourceful, creative, brave, directly fighting with the heroic Vietnam People's Army and other forces, firmly protecting the young government and revolutionary achievements, protecting the peaceful life of the People.

In the resistance war against France, the People's Public Security played an important role in protecting national security, suppressing counter-revolutionary forces, fighting against spies, sabotage activities of the enemy, protecting the safety of the Party and State's brains, the free zone, the revolutionary base, supporting the resistance war of our army and people, contributing significantly to the success of the resounding Dien Bien Phu campaign in five continents, shaking the world.

Luc luong Cong an nhan dan luon la “Thanh bao kiem” cua Dang, Nha nuoc, “La chan thep” vung chac trong bao ve an ninh To quoc, dau tranh voi cac loai toi pham, giu gin cuoc song binh yen, hanh phuc, am no cua Nhan dan- Anh VGP/Nhat Bac
The People's Public Security force is always the "Gold Guard" of the Party and State, a solid "Stalk Guard" in protecting national security, fighting all types of crimes, maintaining a peaceful, happy and prosperous life for the people. Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac

Resisting the US to save the country, officers and soldiers of the People's Public Security force were present at all battlefields and fronts, overcoming all hardships and challenges, being brave, fighting steadfastly, protecting national security, social order and safety, attacking the country's great cities, defeating the enemy's Spy and subsistent invasion plans, fighting evil, destroying socialism, and breaking strategic hamlets; participating in building the socialist North to become a "big rear" supporting the "lar frontline" of the South in the blood, especially participating in the General Offensive and Uprising of Mau Than in 1968 and the historic Ho Chi Minh Campaign.

The great victory In the spring of 1975, the young people of the river joined in one, the North and South gathered together, the People's Public Security force continued to promote the heroic and glorious tradition, perform well the role of advising, core, and shock on the front of protecting national security and maintaining social order and safety; actively participated in building and consolidating revolutionary rule, resolving the consequences of war, taking over and managing society in the newly liberated region, neutralizing plots and intentions, activities to sabotage the Revolution of domestic and foreign reactionaries, maintaining political stability, order, and social safety, contributing significantly to building socialism nationwide.

In the wars at the Southwestern and Northern borders, the People's Public Security forces have directly participated in the fight, side by side with the Army and People in preventing and combating reconnaissance, airstrikes, kidnappings, defamation, and riots; ensuring safety and secretion in our key areas. Countering the enemy's post-war plans, fighting to remove the Spy network, intelligence and the wrong hands; destroying plots, intentions and activities, attacking internal internal encroachments from the outside to destroy us. At the same time, participate in overcoming the consequences of war, building facilities to serve the country's socio-economic development.

Thu tuong Chinh phu Pham Minh Chinh: Trong giai doan dat nuoc doi moi va hoi nhap quoc te, vai tro cua luc luong Cong an nhan dan cang tro nen quan trong - Anh VGP/Nhat Bac
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh: In the period of national renewal and international integration, the role of the People's Public Security force becomes even more important. Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac

2. In the period of national renewal and international integration, the role of the People's Public Security force becomes even more important; not only protecting security and order but also contributing to creating and opening up development space for the country; participating in the process of reformation, innovation, building a safe, stable, peaceful and friendly environment, creating favorable conditions for the country's socio-economic development. The following achievements stand out:

Firstly, closely following the absolute, direct and comprehensive leadership of the Party in all aspects, the centralized and unified management of the State, the People's Public Security force has effectively implemented the Party's Guidelines and resolutions on building and defending the Fatherland, promoting the core role in protecting political and social stability and the sustainable development of the socialist-oriented market economy. Proactively grasp, evaluate and forecast the world, regional and domestic situations to advise the Party and State on strategies and solutions to protect interests and security in key areas, goals, routes, and strategies and enhance the country's position and prestige. detecting and preventing plots of " peaceful development", riots, terrorism, and sabotage by hostile and reactionary forces, preventing the formation of opposition political organizations in the country.

Prevent, stop, and effectively handle risks and threats to the economy, fundamentally solve complex problems related to security and order arising in the economic field.

 Cac chien si cong an ho tro nguoi dan xuyen ngay, trang dem di chuyen nguoi va tai san den vung an toan
Police officers assisted people day and night to move people and property to safe areas.

Second, maximize the strength and advantages of the police's professional measures, contributing significantly to attracting foreign resources for development, improving the level of science and technology in the fields of agriculture, industry, health, environment, digital transformation, serving socio-economic development. The People's Public Security has had many silent feats in implementing national key programs and projects, such as: national likelihood programs, satellite launch projects of Vietnam, industrial development programs, high technology..., contributing significantly to negotiating economic, scientific - technological agreements, and e-commerce of Vietnam with other countries.

Third, resolutely and synchronously deploy many measures to ensure social order and safety, reduce crime; promptly and thoroughly handle complex issues of crime and law violations, contributing to gradually building an increasingly orderly, disciplined, secure, safe and healthy society. Direct the handling of many "big cases", have a widespread influence with the motto "No forbidden areas, no exceptions", "Preventing from the root, detecting early, handling from the beginning, not allowing small violations to accumulate into major violations", "Handling one thing, one case warns an entire field, an entire region". Proactively identify and detect new tricks of crime in the fields of securities, real estate, corporate bonds, smuggling activities, trade fraud, etc. Thereby, contributing to creating a healthy and equal competitive environment for businesses to develop together.

Fourth, do a good job of state management of security and order. The Public Security force is a pioneer and exemplary force, taking the lead in shaping the national digital platform; promoting the core role of advising on the implementation of Project 06, developing the VneID application, being a leading force in national digital transformation, building e-Government, reforming administrative procedures, creating motivation and inspiration for ministries, branches and localities. Complete the construction of a national population database, a citizen identification ID database, a specialized database that meets standards on digitalization of records and documents and is the original database for digital transformation. Advising on the implementation and strongly promoting public utilities, making efforts to resolve "bottlenecks" in implementing Project 06 of the Government, ... contributing to improving the effectiveness of administrative reform, basically meeting the requirements of building a democratic, professional and modern administration.

Fifth, the shock police force takes the lead in preventing, responding to, and resolving non-traditional security challenges and performing international duties. Typically, always be present in difficult, arduous and dangerous places to carry out activities to support natural disaster prevention and control; control and prevent the COVID-19 pandemic; participate in domestic search, rescue and relief; support rescue and relief of natural disasters in Turkey, Myanmar; send staff to join the United Nations peacekeeping force... leaving a beautiful image in the hearts of the people and international friends. At the same time, the police force is also taking the lead in ensuring social security. Effectively organize hunger eradication and poverty reduction activities, with the spirit of "leaving no one behind", thereby creating positive changes that contribute to improving people's lives and stabilizing security and order at the grassroots level. Coordinate and mobilize resources to complete the construction of tens of thousands of houses for poor households, policy families, disadvantaged groups, ethnic minorities, affected by natural disasters; simultaneously focus on implementing the program to eliminate temporary and dilapidated houses, ... demonstrating the tradition of humanity, mutual love and responsibility towards the people.

 Luc luong Cong an nhan dan san sang hy sinh “thuc cho dan ngu, gac cho dan vui choi, lay niem vui, hanh phuc cua Nhan dan lam niem vui, le song cua minh“; xa than vi su nghiep cach mang, vi cuoc song binh yen va hanh phuc cua nhan dan.
The People's Public Security force is ready to sacrifice "ie, to let people sleep, to keep people entertained, to make the joy and happiness of the People their joy and a way of life"; to give their lives for the revolutionary cause, for the peaceful and happy life of the people.

3. Throughout the past 80 years, the heroic Vietnam People's Public Security force has always strived, innovated, been exemplary, took the lead and has truly matured; demonstrated steadfast political will, been absolutely loyal to the Fatherland, the Party, the State and the People, ready to sacrifice "the ability to let the people sleep, keep the people happy, take the joy and happiness of the People as their joy and happiness in life"; gave themselves for the revolutionary cause, for the peaceful and happy life of the People.

Regardless of position or field, from the police officers of order on the streets, the police officers of the area who are dedicated and devoted to the people, to the silent security soldiers, criminal detectives, drug detectives, night and day fighting dangerous crimes..., all are always steadfast in the spirit of "forgetting oneself for the country, serving the people". The image of police officers volunteering to save people in natural disasters, storms and floods, persistently chasing criminals despite facing danger has been deeply imprinted in the minds of every Vietnamese citizen. The People's Public Security force has deepened the noble values of the nation, embellishing the heroic and glorious tradition. In addition, not only as law defenders but with the spirit of "close to the people, close to the people", the People's Public Security force is also a companion, sharing the difficulties, worries and hardships of the people. It can be affirmed that the foundation, potential, position and international prestige of our country today have the mark and important contributions of the heroic Vietnam People's Public Security force.

In that glorious career, tens of thousands of our police officers and soldiers have fought bravely, forgetting their own lives, sacrificing for the Fatherland and the People. The Party, State and People always appreciate the sacrifices, dedication and great contributions of the People's Public Security force; deeply gratitude and infinite gratitude to the heroic martyrs of the People's Public Security who heroically sacrificed for the independence and freedom of the Fatherland, for the peaceful life of the people.

4. Our country is entering a new era, an era of growth, wealth, civilization, prosperity, and prosperity. Along with the implementation of many historic decisions, opening up many new opportunities and fortunes, the country is also facing many difficulties and challenges; many new issues arise in protecting national sovereignty, ensuring security, social order, protecting people's lives and health.

The above situation requires the police work in the coming time to be extremely heavy and drastic, requiring in any situation to maintain national sovereignty and political and social stability, creating a peaceful environment and favorable conditions for the country's construction and development, successfully implementing two strategic goals, by 2030 Vietnam will become a developing country with modern industry, high average income and by 2045 will become a developed country with high income.

The tasks assigned to the People's Public Security force are more difficult and heavier, but also have more glory and responsibility, and are more important. Requires the People's Public Security Force to continue promoting the heroic and glorious tradition, determined to excellently complete the task of protecting national security, ensuring social order and safety, contributing significantly to socio-economic development, worthy of being a loyal and trustworthy armed force of the Party, State and People, focusing on effectively implementing the following key tasks:

First, ensure the absolute and direct leadership in all aspects of the Party, unified direction and management of the State; continue to be exemplary and take the lead in effectively implementing the Party's guidelines and policies, the State's policies and laws to effectively serve the task of socio-economic development, ensuring national defense, security and foreign affairs of the country.

Second, strengthen the work of grasping and forecasting the situation, especially the world and regional situation affecting Vietnam, to advise the Party and State on strategies and policies on economy, culture, society, security, social order; remove legal bottlenecks, unblock resources, maximize potential and advantages; perfect and overcome loopholes in mechanisms, policies and weaknesses in economic and social management and operation.

Third, maintain national security, order and social safety in all situations; clearly identify risks and threats to national interests, ethnic groups, political security, social order and safety and macroeconomic stability; absolutely do not let "hot spots" arise, be passive or surprised; fail all plots and sabotage activities of hostile, reactionary forces and political opportunities. Proactively, promptly, and effectively handle complex and emerging issues of national security, order, and social safety; non-traditional security threats, and negative impacts on the socio-economy. Closely and effectively combining with the heroic Vietnam People's Army to build a national defense posture, a people's security posture and a solid people's heart posture.

Fourth, closely and effectively combining strengthening and enhancing national defense and security with socio-economic development according to the motto "economic and social development is the central task; ensuring national defense and security is important and regular".

Mobilize the combined strength of the entire political system and society to participate in preventing, fighting, preventing and combating crimes, ensuring security and order; gradually pushing back all types of crimes; proactively and resolutely fighting and preventing corruption, waste, negativity, crimes of taking advantage of policies, smuggling, counterfeit goods...

Fifth, strengthen and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of state management of security and order; promote administrative procedure reform. Continue to play the role of "pioneering, exemplary, leading" in developing science and technology, innovation and national digital transformation, developing the security industry, and building

E-government, digital economic development, digital society. Strongly innovate foreign thinking with international integration thinking on security and order, pioneering, facilitating international integration in other fields.

Sixth, continue to build a truly clean, strong, disciplined, elite, and modern People's Public Security force, meeting the requirements and tasks in the new situation according to Resolution No. 12-NQ/TW dated March 16, 2022 of the Politburo. In the new era of the nation, each officer and soldier of the People's Public Security needs to comprehensively innovate their thinking and improve their capacity not only in protecting security and order, but also expanding new areas. Promote the proactive, active and proactive role in building and defending the Party's viewpoints, policies and guidelines, fighting against erroneous, hostile, and reactionary views against the Party and the State.

5. With the glorious and heroic tradition of 80 years of building, fighting and growing up and the spirit of " revenge is the Party, while we are", "Pride is the most sacred and noble thing", the Vietnam People's Public Security will continue to strive, contribute, shine revolutionary qualities, for the country, for the people, bravely fight, be ready to sacrifice, overcome all difficulties and challenges, achieve more outstanding feats and achievements to serve the construction and development of the country's socio-economy, making important and more contributions to the cause of building and defending the socialist Fatherland of Vietnam.

Phạm Minh Chính, Ủy viên Bộ Chính trị, Thủ tướng Chính phủ nước CHXHCN Việt Nam
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