Throughout the history of building and defending the country, our people have always had a tradition of valuing talent. This is summed up in Than Nhan Trung's famous saying: "Talents are the vital energy of a nation. When the vital energy is strong, the country is strong and prosperous. When the vital energy is weak, the country is weak and miserable."
In the history of the Vietnamese revolution, intellectuals and scientists have always been the pioneers in enlightening the people, developing revolutionary theories, and putting science, technology, and engineering into practice. This ideology was carried forward by President Ho Chi Minh immediately after the country's independence (August 1945). With more than 90% of the population unable to read, he adopted the policy of "Eradicating Illiteracy" and launched a movement to eradicate illiteracy throughout the country.
In today's context, advances in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation are critical to a nation's growth; they are also the best opportunities for our nation to grow rich and powerful in the new era of national development.
General Secretary To Lam has just signed and issued Politburo Decision No. 57-NQ/TW of December 22, 2024 on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation and national digital transformation.
The "Light of Knowledge" Gala is a journey to reflect on the past and look forward to the future, to appreciate the dedication and ingenuity of the nation's intellectuals over the years. Our Party and State have always supported intellectuals and regarded them as the source of the nation's longevity during the revolutionary era.
With three chapters: Miracles of the 20th century, Pride of Vietnam and Aspiration to contribute, the first edition of Gala Light of Knowledge will feature meetings and exchanges with scientists, intellectuals, in carrying out the instruction of General Secretary To Lam on breakthroughs in science and technology development, innovation and national digital transformation.
The "Light of Knowledge Gala" will be broadcast live on January 4, 2025 at 20:10 on VTV1 channel.
