The Vietnamese Embassy in Brazil solemnly held the ceremony to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day September 2nd.

More than 300 guests attended the 80th Anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day September 2 organized by the Vietnamese Embassy in Brazil in the capital city of Brasília.

Officials and staff of the Vietnamese Embassy in Brazil attended the ceremony to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day on September 2. (Source: Vietnamese Embassy in Brazil)

On August 28, in the capital city of Brasília, the Vietnamese Embassy in Brazil solemnly held a ceremony to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the successful August Revolution (August 19, 1945 - August 19, 2025), the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2025) and the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the Diplomatic Service (August 28, 1945 - August 28, 2025).

The ceremony was attended by Ambassador Laudemar Aguiar, Undersecretary for Trade Promotion, Science, Technology, Innovation and Culture (Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs); Ambassador Philip Fox, Undersecretary for Economy and Finance (Ministry of Foreign Affairs); Lieutenant General Heraldo Luiz Rodrigues, Undersecretary for Defense Products and Technology ( Ministry of Defense ); Mr. Inácio Arruda, Undersecretary for Science and Technology for Social Development (Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation), and President of the Brazil - Vietnam Friendship Association (ABRAVIET).

In addition, more than 300 guests including representatives of ministries, sectors, parliaments, the Federal District government, political parties, ambassadors and heads of foreign representative agencies, international organizations, defense attaches, Honorary Consuls of Vietnam in Bolivia and Brazil, businesses, journalists, scholars, Brazilian friends and the Vietnamese community in Brazil also attended.

Speaking at the ceremony, Ambassador Bui Van Nghi affirmed that the event of President Ho Chi Minh reading the Declaration of Independence on September 2, 1945 not only gave birth to an independent nation but also opened a new era of freedom and happiness for the entire nation. Under the leadership of the Party and President Ho Chi Minh, the Vietnamese people overcame all difficulties, gained independence, unified the country, successfully carried out the Doi Moi process, and turned Vietnam into a peaceful, stable, friendly and dynamic nation in the international arena.

Ambassador Bui Van Nghi speaks at the Ceremony. (Source: Vietnamese Embassy in Brazil)

Ambassador Bui Van Nghi reviewed Vietnam's outstanding achievements over the past 80 years. From a poor and backward country, after nearly 40 years of Doi Moi, Vietnam has risen to become one of the world's top 32 economies, among the top 20 countries with the largest foreign trade, and among the top 15 developing countries attracting the largest FDI with more than 24 billion USD, mainly in high technology and renewable energy.

Vietnam's GDP increased from 6.47 billion USD in 1990 to more than 476 billion USD in 2024, expected to reach 500 billion USD in 2025. Currently, Vietnam has established diplomatic relations with 194 countries, comprehensive strategic partnerships with 37 countries, is a member of more than 70 international organizations, has trade relations with 230 countries and territories, and participates in 17 new-generation free trade agreements.

The Ambassador also said that Vietnam is implementing strong administrative reforms, merging and reducing the number of provincial-level administrative units from 63 to 34 (28 provinces and 6 centrally-run cities), and switching to a two-level local government model (province - commune). Vietnam aims to become a modern industrialized country with an upper middle income by 2030 - the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party; by 2045 - the 100th anniversary of National Day - it will rise to the ranks of developed, high-income countries.

Regarding the Vietnam-Brazil relationship, the Ambassador affirmed that despite being half a world away, the two countries share many common values ​​of peace, independence and development. The bilateral relationship was upgraded to a Strategic Partnership at the end of 2024, opening a new turning point. He emphasized the potential for "complementary and unlimited" cooperation, aiming for a bilateral trade turnover of at least 15 billion USD by 2030. The Ambassador believes that the connection between the two peoples through cultural exchanges and sports cooperation will be the foundation to bring the bilateral relationship to new heights.

Deputy Minister for Trade Promotion, Science, Technology, Innovation and Culture, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil Laudemar Aguiar spoke at the ceremony. (Source: Embassy of Vietnam in Brazil)

On behalf of the Brazilian Government, Deputy Minister Laudemar Aguiar expressed his honor to attend the ceremony and sent his congratulations to Vietnam. He emphasized that on September 2, 1945, President Ho Chi Minh declared independence at Ba Dinh Square, giving birth to a sovereign nation and becoming a symbol of the resilient spirit of the Vietnamese people. Over the past 80 years, Vietnam has steadfastly followed the path of development to build a strong and prosperous nation.

He also recalled the State visit of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to Vietnam in March, considering it the most important visit of a Brazilian President to Vietnam, demonstrating the strong friendship. He said that Vietnam is currently Brazil's priority strategic partner in Southeast Asia, cooperating in agriculture, science and technology, education, defense, trade and investment.

In 2024, trade between the two countries will reach nearly 8 billion USD, and for the first time, Brazil will export beef to Vietnam - demonstrating the commitment and coordinated efforts of both sides.

Deputy Minister Laudemar Aguiar expressed his belief that the Vietnam-Brazil relationship will become increasingly stronger, based on friendship, mutual respect and commitment to peace and sustainable development. He highly appreciated the role of leaders, diplomats and partners of the two countries in promoting the strategic relationship.

The ceremony was attended by more than 300 Vietnamese and international guests. (Source: Vietnamese Embassy in Brazil)

On this occasion, the Vietnamese Embassy in Brazil organized a photo exhibition about President Ho Chi Minh, along with Vietnam's outstanding achievements in the fields of politics, culture, diplomacy, and tourism. At the same time, typical Vietnamese agricultural products were displayed, providing a rich cultural and economic experience.

The songs “Continue the story of peace” and “Vietnam - Proudly taking steps towards the future” were played, expressing the desire to join the international community for peace and prosperity. Guests also enjoyed traditional dishes, contributing to creating a cultural exchange space imbued with identity.

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