Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong Remembered as Dedicated Leader Working for People’s Sake
Many overseas Vietnamese (OVs) are mourning the passing of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, recognizing him as an exceptional leader who dedicated his life to the Party, State, and people of Vietnam.
Mai Thao, Chairman of the Vietnamese People’s Association in Cuba, expressed deep sorrow among Vietnamese in Cuba at the news of Trong’s death, calling it a great loss to the Party, State, and people of Vietnam. He described Trong as an eminent figure who devoted his life to the revolution and the people, always working with a strong revolutionary spirit to develop Vietnam into the beautiful nation President Ho Chi Minh envisioned.
Thao highlighted Trong’s special connection to Cuba, noting his numerous visits in various capacities. He recalled Trong’s emphasis on prioritizing political ties between Vietnam and Cuba and his call to enhance economic links to match the strong political relationship.
Nguyen Hong Son, Chairman of the Union of Vietnamese Associations in Japan, lauded Trong’s significant contributions during his tenure as Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee. Trong’s policies on urban development, cultural heritage preservation, and infrastructure improvement transformed Hanoi into a modern yet traditionally beautiful city. Japanese friends were often impressed by Hanoi’s development, attributing it to the local leadership.
As National Assembly Chairman, Trong made crucial decisions that improved the legal system, administrative reform, and the parliament’s supervisory role, contributing to the establishment of a law-governed, democratic, and civilized state. Son added that as Party General Secretary, Trong continued to demonstrate his leadership talent and dedication to the country.
Son believes that OVs will continue to trust and support the homeland, especially appreciating leaders like Trong who work for the people’s sake. Trong’s anti-corruption campaign, in particular, has reinforced trust among the Vietnamese community in Japan.
Le Trung Thanh, a PhD postgraduate in Beijing (China), admired Trong’s high sense of responsibility and care for the economy, society, and people’s lives. He praised Trong’s determination in fighting corruption, leading strong measures to clean the state apparatus, enhance transparency, and promote social equality, thus reinforcing trust in the Party and State. Thanh also highlighted Trong’s contributions to education, cultural, and social affairs, noting his tireless efforts for national development and people’s happiness.
Ninh Viet Thong, a Vietnamese in Thailand, expressed his sorrow over Trong’s passing and recalled the leader’s warm and sincere sentiment towards OVs during his visits to Thailand and meetings with the OV community. Nguyen Van Hoa, another expatriate in Thailand, expressed gratitude for Trong’s leadership, which steered Vietnam on a path of development and reform, enhancing the country’s international reputation.
Phan Bich Thien, a member of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee and various other organizations, called Trong’s passing a great loss. She described him as a dignified, dedicated, and visionary leader who worked tirelessly for the people’s sake, promoting national solidarity and becoming a symbol of trust for OVs in the Party, Government, and homeland. Thien recalled a meeting with Trong in Hungary in 2018, where he extended the meeting to listen to all opinions and aspirations of OVs, demonstrating his openness and commitment to the people’s well-being.
