By INS Contributors

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia: The Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysia held a ceremony on August 21 to celebrate the 79th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2), showcasing the country's achievements and aspirations for its future as a developed, high-income nation.

 In a reception ceremony here Vietnamese ambassador Dinh Ngoc Linh to Malaysia highlighted the significance of the National Day and briefed guests on Vietnam's achievements in socio-economic development and international integration.

 "This day represents the resilience, courage and determination of the Vietnamese people in their enduring quest for freedom and sovereignty," he said.

 Linh said that Vietnam's aspirations have not been hindered despite numerous challenges in its post-war rebuilding and socio-economic development: "We have consistently emerged stronger, more united and more prosperous. Today Vietnam stands as a dynamic and rapidly developing country, firmly integrated into the global economy and committed to being a responsible member of the international community," he added.

 Linh also said Vietnam remains committed to upholding international law, promoting multilateralism and supporting global efforts to ensure a stable, peaceful and cooperative world order.

 ""As a nation with a history deeply rooted in the struggle for independence, we understand the value of peace and the importance of collaboration in addressing common global challenges. We will continue to work alongside our international partners to promote these principles," Linh said.

 "Looking ahead, Vietnam has set ambitious goals for the future. by 2045, the year we celebrate 100 years of independence, we aim to become a high-income, developed nation," he said.

 Among the guests was Malaysia’s Minister of Home Affairs Saifuddin Nasution Ismail who noted the long history of diplomatic relations between both countries starting on 31 March 1973 and stressed that Malaysia views Vietnam as a close friend and is keen to collaborate with the country to create opportunities that benefit both nations.

 Guests were also shown a film highlighting the land and people of Vietnam, featuring renowned sites from north to south such as Ha Long Bay, one of the new seven natural wonders of the world, terraced rice fields in the harvest season, and the ancient town of Hoi An, a city on Vietnam’s central coast known for its well-preserved Ancient Town and canals.

 The August Revolution of 1945 constituted the most important turning-point in recent Vietnamese history. It formally marked the end of French colonialism in Vietnam and the beginning of Vietnamese national independence while National Day is a national holiday in Vietnam observed on 2 September, commemorating President Hồ Chí Minh reading the Declarations of independence of Vietnam at Ba Đình Square in Hanoi on 2 September 1945. 

 Vietnam is an active member of regional and international groupings including the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and is party to major trade cooperative organisations including Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and is noted for its rapid economic development including in manufacturing, agriculture and other key sectors.