(VOVworld) - President Truong Tan Sang has met with veterans in a ceremony to mark the 40^th national unification organized at the Museum of imprisoned revolutionary soldiers in Nam Quat village, Nam Trieu commune, Phu Xuyen district, Hanoi.

President Truong Tan Sang visited the private "Museum of imprisoned revolutionary soldiers" during his New Year visit to Phu Xuyen district in January 2014 (photo: VNA))

He said the ceremony is an opportunity for war veterans, soldiers, and people to review and honor the merits of fallen soldiers and civilians for national independence and freedom. He said Vietnam still performs two simultaneous missions of national construction and defense while confirming progress made after 30 years of renovation. “Despite positive changes nationwide, other countries have moved forward rapidly. Out next generations must do more to keep up with others countries as expected by President Ho Chi Minh, the whole Party, people and army and lovers of Vietnam.” , Sang said.