Southern Female Guerrilla Unit Intensifies Training for 'Homeland in Heart' Program

In Southern Vietnam, female guerrilla units are intensifying their training for the upcoming 'Homeland in Heart' program scheduled for 2026. On the morning of August 8, a delegation from the 7th Military Region Command visited the training units to offer encouragement and support. The delegation was led by Major General Tran Chi Tam, Deputy Political Commissar of the 7th Military Region. The 'Homeland in Heart' program is planned as an artistic and political discussion program aimed at fostering patriotism in Vietnam and has garnered significant public interest. Tickets for the 2026 program reportedly sold out after receiving over 5.7 million requests in just 1 minute and 27 seconds. The program has also received critical acclaim, including the 'Sol Vang Award' from the Vietnam Composers Association and the 'Dep Awards 2025'. Under its one-party communist system, Vietnam places strong emphasis on national unity and the promotion of patriotism, with programs like this serving as a tool for national integration. While the country continues its economic growth, maintaining domestic cohesion and boosting national morale are crucial priorities for the government. The intensified training by the female guerrilla units in the south signifies their enthusiasm for the program and reflects Vietnam's high level of defense consciousness and the public's active participation in national events. Particularly in the southern region, a site of intense fighting during the Vietnam War, programs themed around patriotism tend to elicit strong responses due to historical context. Source: Nhan Dan