The image of Uncle Hồ was depicted faithfully in the play "The 72nd Letter". — Photo courtesy of Lệ Ngọc Theatre HÀ NỘI — The newly premiered play ' Lá đơn thứ 72' at Lệ Ngọc Theatre evoked strong emotions in the audience due to its accurate depiction of President Hồ Chí Minh, who always fought for the underprivileged. Hoàng Thanh Du, the play's author, said that it was based on real documents of lawyer Nguyễn Trọng Tỵ, former Judge of the Supreme People's Court, who helped clarify many wrongful conviction cases. ' Lá đơn thứ 72' (The 72nd Letter) tells the story of Đỗ Minh, a Party member and former local official who was sentenced to eight years in prison for murder. To prove his innocence, Minh penned a series of letters pleading for help while in prison. After 72 consecutive letters, his request reached President Hồ Chí Minh. Uncle Hồ then sought a re-investigation of this case after noticing Minh's compliance with prison … [Read more...] about Historical play on President Hồ Chí Minh released
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Gia Lai province urged to establish itself as driver of Central Highlands
PM Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the meeting with Gia Lai officials on May 22. (Photo: VNA) Gia Lai (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a working session with key officials of Gia Lai on May 22, part of his working trip to this Central Highlands province. Secretary of the provincial Party Committee Ho Van Nien reported on Gia Lai ’s achievements in containing COVID-19, recovering socio-economic development, and performing political tasks. He also submitted several proposals to the Government so as to help boost local development. PM Chinh spoke highly of Gia Lai’s attainments but also pointed out certain shortcomings needing to be addressed, including potential yet to be fully optimised, limited strategic infrastructure, and hardships facing ethnic minorities , especially those in rural areas. Highlighting some focal tasks for the time ahead, he demanded the province work harder to capitalise on its potential, advantages, and resources to obtain a fast and … [Read more...] about Gia Lai province urged to establish itself as driver of Central Highlands
15th National Assembly to commence third session on May 23
Lawmakers salute the flag at the opening of the 15th NA's second session on October 20, 2021. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The 15th-tenure National Assembly (NA) will open the third session in Hanoi on May 23 morning. Prior to the opening, Party, State, and Vietnam Fatherland Front leaders, along with NA deputies, will pay tribute to late President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum. Later, the parliament will hold a preparatory meeting during which lawmakers will consider and vote on the third session’s agenda. The session will officially kick off right after that, and this opening sitting will be broadcast live on Radio the Voice of Vietnam, Vietnam Television, and the NA Television channels./. VNA … [Read more...] about 15th National Assembly to commence third session on May 23
