Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng has ordered stronger security and public order measures across Vietnam during the National Day holiday from August 29 to September 2.
The five-day holiday will mark the 81st anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day. National Day is observed on September 2. The date marks Vietnam’s declaration of independence in 1945.
The Prime Minister said the holiday could bring a rise in travel, public events and leisure activities. Large crowds may also create risks to public safety, traffic and fire prevention.
In an official dispatch signed on August 22, the Prime Minister asked ministries, agencies and local authorities to stay alert. He called for early action against any threat to national security and public order.
Authorities were told to closely watch local and national developments. They must act quickly if serious risks appear. Security forces and equipment must also remain ready, especially at the local level.
Special attention will be given to key sites, important facilities and major national events. Authorities must also protect Party and State leaders, foreign visitors and the public during the holiday.
The Ministry of Public Security will work with other agencies to monitor security risks. It will also advise Party and State leaders when serious or complex issues arise.
Cybersecurity will be another key focus. The ministry was asked to strengthen protection against cyberattacks and improve its ability to respond to online threats.
Police across the country will increase efforts to prevent and fight crime. Officials will pay close attention to gambling, theft, robbery, extortion, drug use, illegal racing and public disorder.
These efforts will be stronger at crowded places and during major holiday events. Authorities were also asked to stop crime and social problems from growing into organised activities.
Fire safety will receive more attention during the holiday. Fire prevention and rescue teams will be placed at locations where large crowds are expected or where fire risks are high.
Officials must make sure that enough staff and equipment are ready. The goal is to ensure a quick response to fires, explosions and other emergencies.
Traffic safety is also a major part of the plan. The Prime Minister called for greater public awareness of traffic rules.
Authorities will carry out traffic checks and manage traffic at busy places. Event areas and roads leading into major cities will receive special attention as more people are expected to travel.
The Ministry of National Defence was also asked to keep its forces ready. It will work with other agencies to monitor developments in the airspace, waters, border areas, inland areas and cyberspace.
Border patrols and controls will be strengthened during the holiday. The aim is to detect and respond to possible risks at an early stage.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will help raise public awareness of security, public order and fire safety. It will work with other agencies to share safety information with the public.
The ministry will also help address harmful and false information online that could damage national unity.
Provincial and municipal authorities have been told to closely follow local developments. They must increase prevention efforts and take action against violations.
Particular attention will be given to fire and explosion safety, as well as social problems. Authorities are expected to respond firmly to violations during the holiday period.
The wider security plan comes as Vietnam prepares for a busy National Day holiday. With more people expected to travel and attend public events, authorities are seeking to prevent risks before they become serious.
The measures are intended to help ensure that the celebrations from August 29 to September 2 take place in a safe and orderly environment.
