Patriotic emulation movements across the country have produced landmark achievements in the Ho Chi Minh era, including defeating the COVID-19 pandemic, completing the elimination of substandard housing four months ahead of schedule, building more than 3,000 kilometres of expressways, and advancing science – technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

The Party chief stressed that emulation movements must closely follow political tasks and specific goals, using results that benefit the people as the key measure of success.

An arts programme themed ‘Continuing the epic saga in the new era’ was held at Quan Ngua Sports Palace in Ha Noi on December 26 to welcome the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress.

The congress underscores the Party and State’s strong political resolve to further uphold the tradition of patriotic emulation, viewing emulation as a key instrument for mobilising the combined strength of the entire political system, the business community and the people in the cause of national construction and development.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, who is also Chairman of the Central Council for Emulation and Commendation, on December 22 chaired the council’s 16th meeting for the 2021–2025 term to further review preparations for the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress, scheduled to take place on December 26-27.