Hanoi adorned with flags and flowers ahead of the 14th National Party Congress

These days, along with the rest of the country, the capital city of Hanoi is immersed in an atmosphere of joy and pride. Across streets and alleys, the city is splendidly decorated in vibrant red with flags, flowers, banners and posters, reflecting strong determination and steadfast confidence toward the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam.

Party leaders and representatives of Party Central Committee's Commissions inspect preparations for the opening of the 14th National Party Congress at the National Convention Center in My Dinh. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Along major routes such as Vo Nguyen Giap street from Noi Bai International Airport to Nhat Tan bridge, Hung Vuong and Phan Dinh Phung streets, as well as the areas around Ba Dinh Square and the National Convention Center in My Dinh, preparations are being carried out urgently. Clusters of banners and symbols of the 14th Congress, featuring modern designs harmoniously combining the hammer-and-sickle emblem with stylized lotus flowers, have created a cityscape that is both historic and vibrant with new vitality.

Ho Guom area brightly decorated to welcome the 14th National Party Congress. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Along the main axes leading to the National Convention Center, where the 14th Party Congress will take place, LED lighting systems and electronic screens continuously display slogans such as: “All for the goal of a prosperous people, a strong nation, democracy, equity and civilization”; “Marching firmly under the glorious flag of the Party, determined to build a prosperous, strong, democratic, equitable and civilized Vietnam”; and “Seizing opportunities, overcoming challenges, determined to build a prosperous and happy Vietnam”.

Banners and slogans welcoming the 14th Congress are displayed across major roads in the capital. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Hanoi brightly decorated in celebration of the 14th National Party Congress. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Not only in central areas, residents in neighborhoods and small alleys have also voluntarily hung national flags and cleaned their surroundings, contributing to a lively and uplifting atmosphere.

Hanoi Flag Tower — a landmark closely associated with the capital’s history — ahead of the 14th Congress. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Nguyen Van Hung (65, retired official in Ba Dinh Ward) shared with excitement: “Seeing the country change day by day and its international standing rising, I feel very proud. Looking toward the 14th Congress, we place full trust in the Party’s major decisions to lead the nation into a new era — an era of the nation’s rise.”

The 14th National Party Congress is not only a major political event but also an important milestone marking 40 years of renewal. The significant socio-economic achievements in recent years serve as a solid foundation for the entire Party, armed forces and people to continue uniting and working together.

Historic Ba Dinh Square filled with flowers in celebration of the 14th Congress. Photo: Cong Nghia.

In front of Hanoi Municipal People’s Committee headquarters, flowers and slogans are displayed to welcome the 14th Congress. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Hanoi streets in front of the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, leading toward Ba Dinh Square. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Capital residents express their joy in welcoming the 14th National Party Congress. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Hanoi Opera House ahead of the 14th Congress. Photo: Cong Nghia.

The National Convention Center in My Dinh decorated ahead of the 14th Congress. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Hanoi is becoming increasingly modern, reflecting the Party’s strategic vision in decisions related to the development of the capital. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Confidence in the Party’s strategic decisions is reflected along streets across the capital ahead of the 14th National Party Congress. Photo: Cong Nghia.

Young people in the capital show particular interest in the 14th National Party Congress. Photo: Cong Nghia.

By Cong Nghia – Translated by M.Nguyet, Thu Ha