(VOVworld) – The emulation movement nationwide in 2013 saw numerous innovations and practical results. Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Tran Thi Ha made the remark in an online conference with 62 provinces on Wednesday to review the emulation and reward activities in 2013 and set out tasks for 2014. Ha, who is also Vice Chairwoman of the Central Council for Emulation and Rewards, noted the highlights from 2 movements. One is called the “All people join hands to build new rural areas” movement. The other is known as the "Studying and following Ho Chi Minh's moral example" movement.

The “All people join hands to build new rural areas” movement is one of the highlights of Vietnam's emulation movement in 2013. (Photo: baoquangninh.com.vn)

Other movements also witnessed initiatives and technological innovations that helped to improve labor productivity. A number of outstanding individuals and organizations were honored.