Farewell to General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong - a great personality of the nation

The family of Ms. Ro Cham H'Reo (74 years old, right), former member of the Provincial Party Standing Committee, former Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Gia Lai province from 1996 to 2006, emotionally watched the news announcing the General Secretary's passing on VTV1 - Photo: TAN LUC

Simple and affectionate neighbor

Sitting in a small house, attentively watching the news bulletin announcing the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, Ninh Xuan Manh and his wife Duong Thi Phuong at 9 Thien Quang Street, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi, had tears in their eyes.

Mr. Manh and his wife live just one house away from the General Secretary's house.

“When the General Secretary was still healthy, he often visited my house. Although he was a high-ranking leader and my wife and I were ordinary people, we were very close. Knowing that life and old age are inevitable, I was very sad and sorry to hear that he had passed away,” said Mr. Manh, wiping away tears.

Since the evening of July 19, after news of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's passing, many people on Thien Quang Street have focused their eyes on the official residence No. 5 - where General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's family lives.

Sharing with reporters, many residents expressed their feelings of loss and sadness upon hearing the news that the General Secretary - a loyal neighbor of the neighborhood - had just passed away.

Mr. Dinh Xuan Manh and his wife were moved when they saw the news of the General Secretary's passing - Photo: DANH TRONG

Talking about memorable memories with the General Secretary, Ms. Phuong said that in 2017, when the residential group organized a national solidarity festival, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong attended and met with the people.

“That time, I and many other people had a chance to chat intimately and take photos with Uncle Trong. He was very simple, cheerful, and friendly with everyone. I still remember his witty joke with the people in the neighborhood group that “actually, I also told people to maintain security and order, but I was the one who… caused the most disorder in this neighborhood, because sometimes at 3-4am, people came to the gate to call me for help,” Ms. Phuong said.

As next-door neighbors, Mr. Manh and his wife seem to be familiar with the sound of the General Secretary's old car and the time he goes to work and comes home.

“Every time I hear the sound of a car, I know Uncle Trong is coming home from work. It feels like my father is coming home from work,” said Ms. Phuong, adding that “hearing the news of Uncle Trong’s death really saddens me, it feels like I’ve lost a close relative.”

Sitting in her small house, Mrs. Nguyen Thi Hiep (75 years old) was also on the verge of tears: “Uncle Trong is a devoted person, devoted to the country, the people, serving the Party and the people until his last breath, without a single day of rest. He is a person trusted by the people, a respected leader.”

According to Ms. Hiep, the people in Thien Quang street really love the General Secretary, "a neighbor who, although a high-ranking official, is very close and sociable with the people."

True communist, dedicated to the last breath

From the Central Highlands , Ms. Ro Cham H'Reo (74 years old), former member of the Provincial Party Standing Committee, former chairwoman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Gia Lai province from 1996 to 2006, could not hold back her emotions when she heard the news of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's passing.

Following the journey of the General Secretary and the important responsibilities he has undertaken, Ms. Ro Cham H'Reo said that General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong is a true communist, with high qualifications, capacity and extensive knowledge.

“Since hearing the news that the State had awarded the Gold Star Order, we have realized that the health of the General Secretary is not good. Last night I was very emotional, tossing and turning all night without sleep.

At 6pm tonight, we were shocked when the television announced that the General Secretary had passed away" - Ms. Ro Cham H'Reo shared.

Ms. H'Reo said that General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong had devoted himself and worked until his last breath. The passing of the General Secretary was a painful thing for the nation, the Party and his family.

“General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong has left a great legacy for the Party and the nation. He is a shining example and a noble heart for the cause of building a strong, rich and happy country,” Ms. H'Reo confided.

Mr. Trinh Quang Thanh, 65 years old, Chairman of the Veterans Association of Tan Lap Ward, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa - Photo: TRAN HOAI

With tears in his eyes, from Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa , Mr. Trinh Quang Thanh (65 years old, Chairman of the Veterans Association of Tan Lap Ward) shared that the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong is a huge loss for the people of the whole country.

“When born into this world, everyone must obey the laws of nature. The General Secretary will live forever in the hearts of the Vietnamese people. His contributions to the entire nation and country of Vietnam have been recognized.

Personally, as a party member, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong has always been a shining example in implementing the campaign and following Ho Chi Minh's moral example, a shining example for everyone to learn from and follow," Mr. Thanh expressed.

Mr. Pham Chanh Truc - former Deputy Secretary of the City Party Committee, former Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Council - Photo: THAO LE

From Ho Chi Minh City , expressing his deepest condolences at the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, Mr. Pham Chanh Truc - former Deputy Secretary of the City Party Committee, former Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Council - emotionally said: "I am sad because our Party has lost a leader, a theorist.

Mr. Truc believes that the Party's guidelines require a capable leader with creative thinking throughout the process of building socialism. In the book Some theoretical and practical issues on socialism and the path to socialism in Vietnam , General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong has demonstrated that, demonstrating innovative and creative thinking.

The passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong is a great loss, especially during the preparation period for the 14th National Party Congress.

Continuing the achievements left by General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, the team must strive to make up for those losses. Each cadre and leader must strive to inherit the history of the Party and the experiences left by previous generations to build and protect the Fatherland.

On the afternoon of July 19, Hue experienced a thunderstorm. After the media reported the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, many people in Hue expressed their deepest condolences.

“Just yesterday, I read in the newspaper that Uncle Trong was awarded the Gold Star Order by the Party and State leaders at the hospital. I also prayed for his good health, to continue leading and taking care of the country. Who would have thought…”, Mr. Nguyen Ai (residing in Xuan Phu ward, Hue city) expressed.

As the owner of a restaurant in Hue, Mr. Ai said that during the national mourning period for Mr. Nguyen Phu Trong, he will fly the flag at half-mast.

An exemplary life for the younger generation to follow

Captain Do Xuan Diem – Deputy Political Commissar, Secretary of the Youth Union of Na Co Sa Border Guard Station, Dien Bien – Photo: Contributor

From the distant border , Captain Do Xuan Diem - deputy political commissar and secretary of the Youth Union of Na Co Sa Border Guard Station (Dien Bien) - expressed his condolences upon hearing the news of the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

In the hearts of young soldiers, the General Secretary is always a shining example, an excellent student of President Ho Chi Minh, a noble symbol of a loyal communist, of revolutionary heroism for every border guard officer and soldier to learn from and follow.

Captain Diem recalls the honor of meeting General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong at the 12th National Youth Union Congress.

“That time I felt the simplicity and modesty. The General Secretary was always a shining example of noble revolutionary ethics, always concerned about the fate of the country and the prosperity and happiness of the people, including the people, cadres and soldiers on the borders and islands of the Fatherland,” Captain Diem said emotionally.

The young soldier at the border expressed that every time he thinks about the General Secretary, he feels like he is given a great source of strength to continue to believe in the Party's leadership, to successfully carry out the task of firmly protecting the national sovereignty and border security, to build a prosperous and happy Vietnam.

Ms. Pham Thi Nguyet, Secretary of the Youth Union of Saigon Tourist Corporation - Photo: KIM ANH

Ms. Pham Thi Nguyet, Secretary of the Youth Union of Saigon Tourist Corporation, shared: “With the observation and listening of a young person, I realize that the life of the General Secretary is a shining example of simplicity, closeness and modesty. He has lived an exemplary and sincere life worthy of being followed by the younger generation and nurturing “A pure heart – Bright mind – Great ambition” as the General Secretary said at the National Youth Union Congress.

The General Secretary is a leader with noble ideals, a steadfast belief and a love for the people and the country. Under the leadership of the General Secretary and the entire Party, our young generation increasingly believes in the path chosen by the Party and Uncle Ho, and believes in the leadership of the State.

This is also the motivation for our young generation to continue to strive, study and work, contributing our efforts to the cause of building and defending the socialist Vietnamese Fatherland.

I respectfully bow before a virtuous and talented leader who devoted his life to the country and the people.

Lieutenant Colonel Nguyen Trung Duc - Political Commissar of Battalion DK1 - Naval Region 2 Command:

Lieutenant Colonel Nguyen Trung Duc - Political Commissar of Battalion DK1 - Naval Region 2 Command

As a Vietnamese citizen and an officer of the Vietnam People's Navy on duty, managing and protecting the rigs on the southern continental shelf of the Fatherland, I feel very sad and sorry that our people and our country have lost a staunch communist.

General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong has made tireless contributions to the Party, the country, and the people and has left many valuable lessons for present and future generations.

I myself promise to always thoroughly understand and educate all cadres and soldiers in the unit about the ideology, style and standards of the General Secretary, especially the spirit of 7 dares: "dare to think, dare to speak, dare to do, dare to take responsibility, dare to innovate, dare to face difficulties and challenges and dare to act for the common good".

At the same time, believe in the absolute leadership of the Party; strive to study, practice, and firmly protect the sovereignty of the sea, islands, and continental shelf of the Fatherland.

DONG HA

Mr. Phan Xuan Bien - former head of the Propaganda Department of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee, former member of the Central Theoretical Council:

Mr. Phan Xuan Bien - Photo: QUANG DINH

Mr. Nguyen Phu Trong studied at the same school as me, but he studied 3 years ahead of me. In 2001, Mr. Trong became the Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee and Chairman of the 2nd Central Theoretical Council. I had the opportunity to meet him as a member of the council.

I often work with and listen to his instructions through council meetings. I feel that the General Secretary is a very elegant and intellectual person. He expresses profound issues very gently without being too “big-headed”.

He always directed everyone to "play their roles and learn their lessons". There were many instructions, but he focused on the essentials of socialism and the path to socialism.

Although he is a native of Hanoi, he still understands Ho Chi Minh City very well. He always reminds Ho Chi Minh City how to maintain its leading role in economic development. I always remember his words when he came to Ho Chi Minh City: "In the whole country, only this city has the honor of being named after Uncle Ho."

Ho Chi Minh City will also consider the General Secretary's instructions as a profound reminder on its path to development.

CAM NUONG

Mr. Tran Thanh Liem, 74 years old, Nguyen Phich commune, U Minh district, Ca Mau:

Mr. Tran Thanh Liem, 74 years old, Nguyen Phich commune, U Minh district, Ca Mau - Photo: T.HUYEN

As someone who has lived in the forest land of Ca Mau for decades, I was so surprised and saddened to hear of the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

Uncle Trong has left a deep impression on the people, and their trust in Party building. He has sown trust in the people, but now that he is gone, I feel infinite regret.

Even though we know that everyone has to go through birth, aging, sickness and death, we still feel regret and loss.

THANH HUYEN

General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong is an outstanding leader. Despite his advanced age, he is still devoted to the people and the country, contributing to the cause of national development until his last breath.

Uncle Trong's passing is a great loss to the people and the country. As a citizen myself, I have witnessed his leadership of the Party through many terms. I was very moved when I heard this news. His contributions to the development of our country in recent times have been enormous.

Mr. Nguyen The Son (67 years old, in Nha Trang city, Khanh Hoa)

Mr. Nham Hung (writer, voter of Ninh Kieu district, Can Tho city):

Mr. Nham Hung - Photo: CHI QUOC

Hearing the news of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong’s passing, I was very sad, moved and missed him. Not only was he a leader of the Party, State, politics and economy, the General Secretary was also a leader who paid great attention to the cultural field.

What impressed me most was the National Cultural Conference chaired by the General Secretary in 2021 to revive the country's culture. After the National Cultural Conference in 1946, this was the second time such a conference had been held.

At the conference, the General Secretary said that recently there were no good songs while in the war-torn country there were many good songs. That made the artists, including me, feel excited, look back, and think about how to make the work better, to research, explore, and be more creative.

CHI QUOC

Musician Doan Nho said that upon hearing the news of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's passing, he felt like he had lost a comrade and teammate - Photo: DAU DUNG

Musician Doan Nho – author of the songs Five brothers on a tank, Chiec khan pieu, Nguoi con gai song La, Hat cong que que giai phat, Tien buoc duoi quan ky, and the Song Cua Tung choir – learned of the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong a few dozen minutes ago through the news on VTV.

As a 65-year-old Party member, upon hearing the news of the General Secretary's passing, he "had the feeling of losing a comrade, a teammate."

“It is not easy for the Party to have such an outstanding person, so when I heard the news, I was very sad. His passing is a great loss, a great loss that cannot be compensated.

Mr. Nguyen Phu Trong is a loyal person, living and working according to Ho Chi Minh's ideology, style and morality. A true revolutionary soldier", musician Doan Nho said.

This year, 92 years old, he has forgotten many things in his life, but the musician still remembers the meetings between artists, cultural intellectuals and General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong when he was still Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee.

Musician Doan Nho said that the past period was a difficult one for the country, but under the leadership of the Party, headed by General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, we have achieved many successes.

“The General Secretary has passed away, leaving behind a legacy for the next generation. His life and career leave us with lessons for us to continue to unite and be unanimous throughout the Party, the army, and the people,” the musician shared.

BEANS

Mr. Nguyen Hong Minh - former head of the Department of High Performance Sports (Sports and Physical Training Committee, head of the Vietnam Sports Delegation):

Sports promote the spirit of serving people's health and bringing glory to the Fatherland of the General Secretary

Mr. Nguyen Hong Minh - Photo: KHUONG XUAN

During his lifetime, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong often mentioned President Ho Chi Minh's saying "Culture guides the nation". Building Vietnamese people in the new era, besides cultural factors, physical development and health improvement are extremely important.

All those who work in sports are imbued with two noble goals. First, sports must contribute to the physical development of Vietnamese people. Second, strive and make every effort to achieve high results in the international arena.

Generations of athletes, coaches, professional staff, and sports managers have always followed the example of spirit, ideology, will, determination, and lifelong dedication to the Party and the country of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

In the field of sports, serving the people and contributing to the Fatherland means dedicating oneself to improving people's health. In high-performance sports, it means working hard to sweat on the training floor, trying one's best to win prestigious medals for the Fatherland.

The passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong leaves behind grief for the people and the country, including those working in the sports field.

KHUONG XUAN

Facebook page of actress Nguyen Ngoc Thuy Diem

On Facebook, actors Nguyen Ngoc Thuy Diem, Ngoc Lan, Le Be La... expressed their condolences over the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

“Uncle Nguyen Phu Trong has just passed away. I bow my head to say goodbye to him! This is sad news for all Vietnamese people,” Thuy Diem wrote.

Artist Dang Thuy My Uyen's Facebook also posted a picture of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and wrote: "We only live once, we must live meaningfully, so as not to feel regret for mean, cowardly, and shameless actions; what's the point of having a lot of money, you can't take it with you when you die. Honor is the most sacred and noble thing." I like this saying of his and respect him for it. Respectful farewell to him, a true communist!"

Sharing with Tuoi Tre , artist My Uyen said she was emotional, feeling like she had lost something very important.

“When the news of Uncle Trong’s death broke, I was buying some things from some street vendors. Hearing the news, they were shocked, expressed their sadness and shared their thoughts about Uncle Trong. I think many people love Uncle Trong, especially the workers.”

She added: “Uncle Trong has a lot of trust from the people. He instills in everyone, including me, a belief in the leadership of the Party and the State.

Uncle Trong was an excellent student of Uncle Ho. He spent his whole life studying and never stopping, dedicating himself to the country and the people until his last breath.

HOANG LE

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