Law is an important part of life. Vietnam’s Law Day is an occasion to organize many promotional and educational activities, raising people’s awareness of complying with and abiding by the law. Let’s explore the origin, meaning, and theme of Vietnam’s Law Day on November 9th.
1. Exploring Vietnam’s Law Day
When is Vietnam’s Law Day?
November 9th was chosen as Vietnam’s Law Day in 2013, with numerous promotional and educational activities. This day was selected as Vietnam’s Law Day because it was the day the first Constitution of the Republic of Vietnam was adopted (November 9, 1946).
November 9th is Vietnam’s Law Day
Origin of Vietnam’s Law Day
Marking the issuance of the first Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam on November 9, 1946, the Law on Dissemination and Education of Legal Information stipulated that November 9th of each year is Vietnam’s Law Day. This day marked the beginning of the process of building a socialist law-governed state of the people, by the people, and for the people.
Our Constitution at that time was imbued with the spirit and thoughts of President Ho Chi Minh on building a law-governed state, strongly affirming the values of democracy, civil rights, and the rule of law, which still prevail today.
Significance of Vietnam’s Law Day
Among the November holidays, Vietnam’s Law Day is a commemorative holiday with important educational significance that everyone should know and understand. Vietnam’s Law Day reminds us of our sense of responsibility, duty, and rights to actively participate in the political and social life of the country.
Vietnam’s Law Day has profound educational significance
Vietnam’s Law Day carries profound educational significance in upholding the value of the law in a law-governed state, encouraging all organizations and individuals to actively participate in law enforcement with a positive and correct attitude. This day emphasizes the rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens in learning about, studying, and voluntarily complying with the law.
Through this commemorative day, we aim to raise awareness and trust in the law, gradually building and consolidating legal cultural values in social life. The birth of Vietnam’s Law Day is a political and legal event with profound humanitarian and social significance.
It is meant to encourage and mobilize people nationwide to join forces in building a perfect state, fully exploiting the power of national unity.
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2. Theme of Vietnam’s Law Day on November 9th
Theme of Vietnam’s Law Day in 2022
The theme of Law Day 2022 in Vietnam is: “Law on Anti-Corruption; Law on Thrift Practice and Waste Combat”. This year, 2022, marks the 10th anniversary of Vietnam organizing activities to celebrate Law Day.
Theme of Vietnam’s Law Day in 2022
2022 is also the year to summarize the 10-year implementation of the Law on Dissemination and Education of Legal Information in Vietnam to affirm, deepen the purpose, and significance of Law Day, as well as the importance of this day in social life.
Themes of Vietnam’s Law Day in Previous Years
Theme of Vietnam’s Law Day in 2017
“Continuing to perfect the institution, improving the business environment, enhancing national competitiveness and innovation; improving the effectiveness of law enforcement, preventing and combating corruption and waste, administrative reform, removing obstacles and difficulties to accompany people and businesses”
Theme of Vietnam’s Law Day in 2018
“Improving the effectiveness of law-building, law enforcement, and protection, awareness of law compliance, contributing to building a righteous, action-oriented, disciplined, creative, and effective government; a democratic, fair, and civilized society”
Living and working according to the Constitution and laws
Theme of Vietnam’s Law Day in 2019
1. “Living and working according to the Constitution and laws”;
2. “Actively responding to the Law Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam”;
3. “Perfecting the institution, policies, and improving the effectiveness of law enforcement to contribute to building a disciplined, righteous, dynamic, creative, and effective government”;
4. “Officials, public employees, and civil servants set an example by voluntarily complying with and abiding by the Constitution and laws”;
5. “Promoting administrative reform, judicial reform, improving capacity, effectiveness of direction and administration, and organization of law enforcement”;
6. “Studying, learning, and complying with the law is the responsibility of every citizen”.
Theme of Vietnam’s Law Day in 2020
“Responding to Vietnam’s Law Day on November 9, 2020, the entire justice sector strives to improve the effectiveness of law-building and law enforcement, accompanying people and businesses to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic and develop the economy – society, practically welcoming the XIII Congress of the Party”.
Theme of Vietnam’s Law Day in 2021
“The entire Justice Sector strives to implement the Resolution of the XIII Congress of the Party; comprehensively deploying fields of work to ensure close connection between law-building and law enforcement, innovation, practicality, and effectiveness, taking people and businesses as the center of service”.
3. Activities to Celebrate Vietnam’s Law Day on November 9th
The main activity on this day is to organize promotional and educational activities about the purpose and significance of Vietnam’s Law Day for citizens nationwide. Online quizzes on Vietnamese law are widely popularized, attracting a large number of participants and creating vibrant movements in self-studying and raising awareness of the law.
Many activities to celebrate Vietnam’s Law Day
Some major cities in Vietnam deploy mobile propaganda models, propaganda through electronic screens, broadcasting systems, and mass media,… Legal seminars are also opportunities to raise awareness and a common sense of responsibility for the law.
People in many places decorate the streets to celebrate the festive atmosphere of this holiday. Schools organize law-finding contests for students to raise their awareness of responsibility to the law from an early age.
Celebratory activities of elementary school students
Art creation activities such as painting, poetry, and skits about the law are also widely organized. Many bar associations offer free legal advice to local people to answer their questions and concerns about the law.
4. Greetings for Vietnam’s Law Day on November 9th
1. On Vietnam’s Law Day, I wish you good health and happiness in life to continue your dedication to the legal sector of the country, bringing justice and fairness to society.
2. I wish you a bright mind and strong will to always be passionate about upholding discipline, law, fairness, and order in society, always being a strong pillar of justice for everyone and every household.
Greetings for Vietnam’s Law Day on November 9th
3. I wish you abundant health, career advancement, family fulfillment, and a burning passion for your profession, contributing to building a prosperous, fair, free, and democratic society.
4. I wish you success in completing all assigned tasks to bring peace, justice, and social fairness, contributing to the development of the country.
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5. Gifts for Vietnam’s Law Day on November 9th
Statue of Lady Justice
The statue of Lady Justice, also known as Lady Jusstice, is a symbol of fairness and justice in society. Placing this statue in the house is a reminder of the way of life and professional ethics of those serving in the legal sector of Vietnam.
Statue of Lady Justice
Statue of President Ho Chi Minh
President Ho Chi Minh is known for his brilliant personality, morality, character, and upright lifestyle. Placing a statue of him in the house is a representation of integrity, patriotism, love for the people, and social justice.
Statue of President Ho Chi Minh
Statue of General Tran Hung Dao
General Tran Hung Dao is a heroic figure in Vietnamese history, reminding us that the peaceful life we enjoy today is due to the sacrifices of countless generations before us. Giving a statue of this valiant general of Vietnam represents power and strength to the recipient.
Statue of General Tran Hung Dao
Bronze Drum Statue
Those working in politics and law often appreciate artworks that symbolize the unique cultural heritage of Vietnam. Therefore, this can be a unique and meaningful gift for your colleagues in the legal sector.
Bronze Drum Statue
Calligraphy Painting of the Word “Tâm” (Heart)
The word “Tâm” (Heart) is of great significance to anyone working in the legal sector. A calligraphy painting of this word serves as a reminder of their responsibility in upholding justice, ensuring fairness, order, and civility for all.
Calligraphy Painting of the Word “Tâm” (Heart)
Tie Clip
This is a unique gift for men who wear ties. A tie clip is a beautiful accessory that can be made from various materials, helping men maintain a neat and elegant appearance.
Tie Clip
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The above information provides insights into Vietnam’s Law Day on November 9th. Hopefully, this article has offered you interesting knowledge about this special holiday in Vietnam.
