Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan Attends School Opening Ceremony in Son La

On the morning of September 5, Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan attended the opening ceremony for the 2026-2027 academic year and the inauguration of the Chieng Son School, a joint primary and secondary boarding school, in Son La province. Located in the mountainous region of Son La, the school symbolizes the government's key policy to equalize educational opportunities and promote regional development. In Vietnam, September 5 marks the beginning of the new academic year, with opening ceremonies held nationwide. Boarding schools like Chieng Son play a crucial role in providing educational access to students who face difficulties in attending school due to geographical constraints or economic reasons. The government considers the improvement of educational infrastructure a foundation for national development, with a particular focus on enhancing the educational environment in mountainous and border areas. The Vice President's visit to Son La signals the government's high interest in local educational issues. Under Vietnam's one-party system, central government policies significantly influence regional development. Addressing educational disparities is recognized as an essential task for social stability and sustainable economic growth. Despite Vietnam's remarkable economic growth in recent years, significant economic disparities persist between urban and rural areas, especially in mountainous regions. Improving access to education is seen as crucial for enhancing the quality of the future workforce and revitalizing local economies, leading the government to continue investing in education. Furthermore, strengthening education in border areas adjacent to China is considered to contribute to national development and stability.