Vietnam holds awards ceremony for Party ideological essay contest

The 6th national political essay contest aimed at protecting the ideological foundation of the Communist Party of Vietnam concluded with an awards ceremony in Hanoi. The event was attended by high-ranking officials, including Standing Member of the Secretariat Tran Cam Tu and Bui Thi Minh Hoai, Chairwoman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front.

The 2026 competition saw a significant increase in participation, receiving over 905,000 entries, which represents a 67% increase compared to 2025. The contest attracted diverse contributors, including party members, citizens, and international authors, reflecting a broad effort to strengthen social consensus and combat hostile views.

Awards were presented to numerous individuals and collectives, including 12 Grade A prizes. Following the conclusion of the 2026 cycle, organizers officially launched the 7th edition of the contest for 2027.