The ceremony at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square was attended by Bui Thi Minh Hoai, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee, alongside officials, former federation leaders and more than 3,000 young people. The federation received the First-Class Labour Order, while 70 of its officials were honoured with the 2026 Nguyen Chi Thanh Award.
Established on October 15, 1956, the federation has spent seven decades bringing together young people from diverse backgrounds and encouraging them to contribute to national construction and defence. Its activities have evolved alongside the country’s development, from patriotic movements during wartime to initiatives promoting volunteering, entrepreneurship, digital transformation and community service.
In his opening remarks, Nguyen Kim Quy, secretary of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union Central Committee and president of the Vietnam Youth Federation Central Committee, said the federation’s history was closely intertwined with that of the nation. Each stage of national development brings new demands, requiring the organisation to renew its activities and broaden its efforts to unite and engage young people.
The “I Love My Fatherland” movement exemplifies this approach by encouraging young people to express patriotism through practical action, from learning and creative work to environmental protection, community service and support for people in disadvantaged areas.
As Vietnam pursues its development ambitions, young people are expected to take on greater responsibility by strengthening their knowledge, developing their capabilities, embracing innovation and contributing to society. The challenge is not only to prepare themselves for a changing economy and society, but also to turn their aspirations into tangible contributions to the country’s development.
The federation, Quy said, is working to translate these expectations into practical programmes that give young people opportunities to learn, develop their skills, test their abilities and serve their communities. He also called on youth federation officials to share experience, support younger colleagues and spread effective initiatives throughout the organisation.
He affirmed that the federation will continue to work closely with the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee, strengthen its presence at grassroots level and better reflect the legitimate interests and aspirations of young people. These efforts aim to deepen solidarity, connect youth movements with community needs and encourage greater participation in national development.
The anniversary also recognised the contributions of the organisation and its members over the past seven decades. The First-Class Labour Order acknowledged the federation’s achievements in national construction and defence, while the Nguyen Chi Thanh Award honoured 70 officials for their work in youth engagement, entrepreneurship, digital transformation and support for children and young people in disadvantaged areas.
Exhibitions and cultural activities held in Hanoi alongside the ceremony showcased the federation’s history and the contributions of Vietnamese youth, underlining the enduring role of solidarity, patriotism and public service as the country looks towards the next stage of development.