At the event, on behalf of the Party and State leadership, he awarded the First-Class Military Order and the 40-year Party membership badge to Politburo member and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

The General Secretary also presented the First-Class Military Order and the 45-year Party membership badge to Politburo member and Standing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh.

The First-Class Military Order was awarded to Phan Dinh Trac, Politburo member and Secretary of the Party Central Committee, former head of the Central Internal Affairs Commission, as well as to Nguyen Van Nen, Politburo member and Standing member of the Subcommittee for Documents of the 14th Party Congress.

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General Secretary To Lam presents flowers to congratulate current and former leaders awarded the First-Class Military Exploit Order. Photo: Nhat Bac

During the ceremony, the General Secretary also presented the 40-year Party membership badge to Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son and the 30-year Party membership badge to Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc.

Speaking at the event, General Secretary To Lam emphasized that these prestigious honors represent a profound recognition and a great distinction, reflecting a long journey of dedication, training, contribution and sacrifice for the revolutionary cause, for the Party and for the people.

The Military Order acknowledges outstanding achievements and exceptional contributions made by these officials during their service, particularly within the People’s Public Security forces, as well as their broader contributions to safeguarding political security and social order in key leadership roles of the Party and the State.

The Party membership badges marking 45, 40 and 30 years symbolize a sacred milestone, honoring a steadfast journey of loyalty to the Party’s ideals, wholehearted devotion to the nation and the people, and the responsibilities carried over decades of service.

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General Secretary To Lam delivers a speech. Photo: VNA

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General Secretary To Lam presents flowers to congratulate the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Ministers awarded the Party badge. Photo: Nhat Bac

The General Secretary noted that these two honors, when combined, further illuminate the portrait of exemplary communist Party members - unwavering in ideals, exemplary in ethics, dedicated in their work, loyal to the Party and closely connected to the people.

Those honored at the ceremony, he said, are officials who have matured through various roles, environments and challenges, consistently demonstrating strong political resolve, a high sense of responsibility, innovative thinking, decisive action and a commitment to aligning words with deeds. In every position, they have placed the interests of the nation and the people above all else, while maintaining moral integrity and striving to fulfill the responsibilities entrusted to them.

On behalf of the Party and State leadership, General Secretary To Lam extended congratulations and expressed deep appreciation for the significant, sustained and distinguished contributions of the officials. He expressed the hope that, with their experience, intellect, resilience and prestige, they would continue to contribute ideas, share insights, inspire and support future generations of cadres.

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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivers a speech. Photo: VNA

Speaking at the ceremony, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said that, having been entrusted by the Party and State with various positions and responsibilities, the officials, regardless of where they served, had always received guidance, support and encouragement from the Party, their colleagues and the people.

Under the leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat, headed by the General Secretary, they have consistently strived to devote themselves fully to their duties, guided by the spirit of loyalty to the Party and dedication to the people, with the aim of contributing, however modestly, to the shared achievements of the entire Party, armed forces and population.

On this occasion, the Prime Minister, on behalf of the recipients, expressed profound gratitude to the Party, the State and the people, as well as to the Politburo, the Secretariat and especially the General Secretary and key leaders. He also conveyed sincere thanks to past and present leaders, and to officials at all levels who have supported, trusted and assisted them throughout their careers.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said that these prestigious honors carry deep and sacred meaning, representing great pride and recognition from the Party and State for their lifelong efforts and growth.

They also serve as a strong spiritual foundation, a powerful motivation and a reminder for officials to continue upholding and promoting the noble qualities of Party members, and to keep striving and contributing to the revolutionary cause of the Party and the nation.

Tran Thuong