Ho chi minh city: Ho Chi Minh City must continue to affirm its pioneering role and act as a driving force for national growth, innovation, and integration, required Party General Secretary To Lam while paying a Tet (Lunar New Year) visit to the city's Party organisation, administration, and people on February 9. Addressing the event, connected online to 168 wards and communes across the city, General Secretary Lam expressed his pleasure at visiting and extending Tet greetings to Ho Chi Minh City - the city named after beloved President Ho Chi Minh, describing it as the country's leading hub for economy, culture, science - technology, innovation, and international integration, and a locality of special strategic importance.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the Party leader emphasized the critical role Ho Chi Minh City plays in the broader national context, urging local leaders and citizens to maintain and enhance their contributions to the nation's development. The city's strategic importance, coupled with its potential for innovation and international integration, positions it uniquely to spearhead Vietnam's economic and cultural advancements.

The online connection to 168 wards and communes underscores the city's commitment to inclusivity and collective progress, reflecting its dedication to harnessing local potential for national benefit. General Secretary Lam's visit and message highlight the ongoing expectations from Ho Chi Minh City to remain at the forefront of driving Vietnam's growth trajectory.