National Assembly Chairman Attends New School Year Opening Ceremony in Hung Yen Province

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man attended the opening ceremony for the 2026-2027 academic year at Le Quy Don High School in Tran Hung Dao Ward, Hung Yen Province, alongside teachers and students. The event took place amidst national celebrations for the 81st anniversary of National Day (September 2nd) and the commencement of the new school year. The report highlights the engagement of national leadership in the education sector. It also mentions similar events occurring across the country, including the opening of new schools and boarding facilities. For instance, Doan Minh Huan attended a new academic year opening ceremony and the inauguration of a boarding school in Quang Ngai Province. Furthermore, over 7,300 students in the Phu Quy special zone of Lam Dong Province began their new academic year. A congratulatory letter from General Secretary and President To Lam to the education sector on the occasion of the new academic year was also noted, underscoring the national importance placed on education. Footage depicted a synchronized nationwide flag-raising ceremony and drumbeat to mark the start of the new academic year, suggesting efforts to foster national unity and a sense of collective purpose. Vietnam, under its one-party system, is experiencing rapid economic growth. The development of human capital is considered a critical priority to sustain this growth. Investment in education is viewed as essential for future economic prosperity and social stability. In its relationship with China, Vietnam navigates economic ties while managing geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning the South China Sea, making domestic cohesion and development increasingly vital.