Interface of the digital platform “A80 – Proud of Vietnam” – Screenshot
The launch ceremony was attended by: Mr. Luu Dinh Phuc, Director of the Press Department, Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism; Mr. Truong Viet Dung, Member of the Hanoi Party Committee, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee; Mr. Dao Xuan Dung, Deputy Head of the Propaganda and Mobilization Department of the Hanoi Party Committee; Ms. Nguyen Thi Mai Huong, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports; Mr. Nguyen Dinh Hung, Deputy Director in charge of the Hanoi Department of Health… along with representatives from various departments, agencies, media outlets in Hanoi, and units coordinating the development and operation of the “A80 – Proud of Vietnam” website and app.
The digital platform “A80 – Proud of Vietnam” was developed jointly by the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports and VCCorp Joint Stock Company. The website’s interface is designed in a festive, modern spirit, reflecting the rich Thang Long – Hanoi cultural identity. Prominently on the homepage, images of President Ho Chi Minh reading the Declaration of Independence and the parade marching team convey the sacred historical spirit. Content sections are organized logically and intuitively for ease of use, including event listings, photo-video galleries, and a digital map for real-time event lookup.
In her opening speech, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports Nguyen Thi Mai Huong emphasized: 2025 marks a historic milestone, 80 years since the great autumn of 1945, when President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence at the historic Ba Dinh Square, founding the Democratic Republic of Vietnam and opening a new era of independence, freedom, and sacred sovereignty for the nation. In this heroic flow, Hanoi – the heart of the country – not only witnessed these monumental historical moments but also served as a hub to gather and spread cultural values and patriotic traditions. Tasked with organizing major commemorative activities, Hanoi is preparing seriously, meticulously, and creatively for this series of significant national events.
Deputy Director Nguyen Thi Mai Huong speaking at the launch ceremony
With this mission, the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports has developed a digital ecosystem called “A80 – Proud of Vietnam”. It is not just a simple information portal but also a “smart assistant” and a “companion” for residents and visitors to explore, experience, and fully engage with commemorative activities in the capital. The platform provides timely and comprehensive information, including schedules of major events, traffic management, and useful guidance such as locations of cultural-art events, medical stations, free water points, parking areas, public restrooms, restaurants, and hotels. All information is seamlessly integrated on the digital platform, offering a convenient, safe, and user-friendly experience. Additionally, the app allows users to interact through fun digital tools, such as creating photos with the A80 avatar – a creative way for citizens, especially young people, to express love for the country and pride in the nation’s heroic history.
“A80 – Proud of Vietnam”: Centralized, unified, and reliable information
The platform’s interface uses red and yellow as the main colors, combining a formal festive spirit with a modern and approachable design, reflecting the Thang Long – Hanoi cultural identity. Notably, “A80 – Proud of Vietnam” serves as a centralized, unified, and reliable digital information hub, updating all content related to the celebrations in a complete, timely, and accurate manner. Through this platform, Vietnamese citizens and international friends can proactively access official information on: schedules of the commemorative ceremony, parades, artistic programs, cultural and historical exhibitions in Hanoi; announcements of event times, traffic guidance, parking arrangements, security and medical services from authorities. The platform also features behind-the-scenes content, beautiful images, live broadcast videos, and memorable moments shared by people across the country during these important commemorations.
Delegates performing the opening ceremony of the “A80 – Proud of Vietnam” digital platform
“A80 – Proud of Vietnam” applies modern technology to connect and serve the public
With many integrated advanced features, “A80 – Proud of Vietnam” provides an engaging digital experience. It includes an AI Chatbot acting as a “virtual assistant”, offering event guidance, directions, and real-time reminders. An interactive digital map shows event locations, live LED screens, water stations, restrooms, medical points, rest areas, and dining options. Traffic alerts and route navigation help residents move safely, avoid congestion, and plan their schedule proactively. The chatbot’s database is continuously updated, supporting voice interaction and an English version for international users.
With these useful features, “A80 – Proud of Vietnam” is not only a technological platform serving a national ceremony but also a creative digital-cultural product of Hanoi, contributing to the vision of building a civilized, innovative, modern, and integrated capital.
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oming cultural performance at the launch ceremony
To experience the “A80 – Proud of Vietnam” digital platform, residents and visitors can access the website: https://a80.hanoi.gov.vn or download the “A80 – Proud of Vietnam” app on App Store or Google Play to begin the journey of connection, participation, and pride in the nation’s glorious historical milestones.
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