Over 5,000 Participate in Walk Supporting Agent Orange Victims in Vietnam

More than 5,000 people participated in a charity walk in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, to support victims of Agent Orange (AO). Speaking at the event, Major General, Associate Professor, Dr. Nguyen Hong Son, Chairman of the Vietnam Association for Victims of Agent Orange (VAVA) chapter in Ho Chi Minh City, stated that the program serves not only as a commemorative event but also as an opportunity to call on agencies at all levels, businesses, organizations, and individuals to continue supporting AO victims in overcoming hardship and building better lives. The legacy of Agent Orange in Vietnam stems from its use by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), which has had profound and lasting impacts on the health of millions of Vietnamese people and the environment for decades. The effects are known to span generations. The Vietnamese government has consistently advocated for domestic victim support and sought international understanding and cooperation. Recent attention from French broadcasters highlighting the enduring impact of Agent Orange has also renewed calls for justice for Vietnamese AO victims within France. This initiative reflects Vietnam's ongoing commitment to addressing the war's legacy and improving the lives of its citizens, a key aspect of its national development and international engagement strategy.