Vietnam Honors War Veterans Ahead of Martyrs Day, PM Pledges Continued Support

Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng led a delegation on July 16 to visit and present gifts to war veterans and martyrs at the Kim Bảng War Invalids and Martyrs Care Center in Ninh Bình province. This visit precedes the 79th anniversary of Vietnam's War Invalids and Martyrs Day on July 27.

The Kim Bảng center has a long history, having provided care and rehabilitation for thousands of war veterans and martyrs over nearly five decades. Currently, it serves 103 individuals, including severely wounded veterans, those affected by chemical agents during wartime, and the families of martyrs. The Prime Minister expressed deep emotion and conveyed the government's profound gratitude and respect to all those being cared for at the center and across the nation.

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Deeply embodying the nation's fine traditions of 'drinking water, remembering its source' and 'eating fruit, remembering the planter,' and President Ho Chi Minh's teachings: 'War invalids, fallen soldiers, families of soldiers, and families of fallen soldiers are people who have rendered great service to the Fatherland and the people.'

Prime Minister Hưng underscored the enduring Vietnamese traditions of "drinking water, remembering its source" and "eating fruit, remembering the planter," reflecting the nation's deep-seated respect for its heroes. He reiterated President Hồ Chí Minh's words, emphasizing that war veterans, martyrs' families, and those who contributed to the nation are held in high regard. The government, he stated, has consistently prioritized and diligently implemented policies to honor and support individuals who have made sacrifices for the country.

He highlighted the continuous improvement of preferential policies, the expansion of eligible recipients, and the enhancement of benefits. The "All People Care for Families of War Invalids and Martyrs" movement continues to gain momentum, demonstrating widespread societal support and solidarity. The Prime Minister also updated attendees on the nation's efforts to locate, repatriate, and identify the remains of fallen soldiers, both those who died in Vietnam and those who served internationally. Since the launch of the "500-Day and Night Campaign" on March 15, 2026, over 1,300 sets of remains have been collected, with ongoing DNA identification efforts aimed at reuniting fallen soldiers with their families and homeland.

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Over the past 79 years, the Party, State, and people have always paid attention to, cared for, and focused on effectively implementing the 'repaying gratitude' policies for those who have rendered meritorious services to the revolution and their relatives.