He made the commendation while receiving village elders, community leaders, artisans, and prominent figures from across the country on the occasion of the Vietnamese Ethnic Culture Day (April 19).

The Party and State leader emphasised that preserving the culture of ethnic groups is not only about preserving heritage, but also about safeguarding the spiritual foundation of society, strengthening the great national solidarity, and creating intrinsic strength for sustainable national development.

Within this foundation, elderly villagers, community heads, artisans, and respected individuals play a particularly important role. They are not only keepers of community memory but also spiritual anchors and places where trust converges, contributing to stability and cohesion at the grassroots level, he noted.

Over the past years, under the leadership of the Party and State, with coordinated efforts by the entire political system and endeavours by localities and the people, the preservation and promotion of ethnic groups’ cultural values have achieved many important results, creating positive changes in both public awareness and social life.

Besides the obtained achievements, General Secretary and President Lam also pointed out certain new difficulties and challenges in the preservation and promotion of the cultural values of ethnic groups, adding that some are long-term issues that directly impact the foundation of sustainable national development.

Only when culture is nurtured basing on the self-awareness and pride of each individual can it exist and develop sustainably, he remarked.

He expressed confidence that village elders, community leaders, artisans, and prominent figures will continue to bring into play their particularly crucial roles to help uphold cultural identity, enhance the great national solidarity, and create a solid cornerstone for the sustainable development of the country.