In an article written on the occasion of President Ho Chi Minh’s 136th birth anniversary (May 19, 1890 – 2026), the Vietnamese top leader affirmed that “Ho Chi Minh Thought serves as a guiding light along our development path.”
In the article, Party General Secretary and President To Lam wrote that on May 19, 2026, the Vietnamese Party, people and army will commemorate the 136th birth anniversary of great President Ho Chi Minh at a particularly significant moment. The 14th National Party Congress concluded successfully, setting strategic directions to usher the country into a new era. The elections of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term have also opened a new chapter. The political system is gradually operating under a new, leaner and more streamlined organisational model, requiring greater efficiency, effectiveness and performance, closer ties with the People and a stronger ability to meet the country’s development requirements in the new period.
Mr. Lam wrote that the 14th National Party Congress marked a highly important milestone in the country’s development journey, establishing methodology, vision and strategic decisions for the next stage of development. Those strategic orientations represent the inheritance, application and creative development of Ho Chi Minh Thought under new historical conditions. First and foremost, President Ho Chi Minh’s principle that “the people are the root” remains the guiding thread running through all guidelines and policies in the current period.
Ho Chi Minh Thought on independence, self-reliance and resilience continues to illuminate the country’s development path amid strategic competition, supply chain shifts, the Fourth Industrial Revolution and profound global changes. Today, that Thought is reflected in the push to build an independent and self-reliant economy with high resilience and international competitiveness, one that proactively pursues deep integration without becoming dependent; to strongly develop science, technology, innovation and digital transformation.
Ho Chi Minh Thought on Party building continues to serve as a particularly important foundation for Party and political system building and rectification in the new period. In the article, Party General Secretary and President To Lam stressed that a country seeking rapid and sustainable development must have a Party that is truly clean and strong, with sufficient mettle, intellect, morality, credibility and leadership capacity.
Therefore, the fight against corruption, wastefulness, negative phenomena and bureaucracy is not only a Party-building task, but also a development imperative. Combating corruption is aimed at making the apparatus clean, strengthening public trust, safeguarding national resources and creating a healthy environment for development.
Ho Chi Minh Thought on great national unity continues to serve as a source of strategic strength in the new era. In the current period, great national unity is not only a political requirement but also a source of development strength. For the country to advance, it must fully unlock and promote the intellect, mettle, aspirations, creativity and spirit of dedication of all Vietnamese people.
According to the article, Ho Chi Minh Thought on culture and people continues to illuminate the country’s sustainable development requirements. National development is not only about economic growth, but also about raising intellectual standards, nurturing character, building morality, advancing culture and improving the material and spiritual lives of the People.
General Secretary and President To Lam stressed that studying and following President Ho Chi Minh’s ideology, morality and lifestyle today should not stop at correct words, slogans or symbolic movements. More importantly, it must be translated into public service ethics, discipline in implementation, a culture of integrity, a spirit of innovation and creativity, responsibility in serving the People, organisational and execution capabilities, and tangible outcomes in daily life.
The Vietnamese top leader expressed his belief that under the light of Ho Chi Minh Thought, with Vietnam’s mettle, intellect, will, and aspirations, the entire Party, people and army will undoubtedly successfully implement the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress, achieve the two strategic centennial goals, and realise the aspiration of building a prosperous and powerful nation standing shoulder to shoulder with world powers, as dearly beloved President Ho Chi Minh always wished.
