Thirty fireworks launch sites, over 10,000 drones, and millions of proud citizens marked 50 years since the nation’s historic reunification.

Fifty years after reunification, Ho Chi Minh City is evolving from a city of history to a hub of Southeast Asian innovation.

From the evening of April 29 through the early hours of April 30, thousands of people converged on District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City, waiting overnight to witness the military parade celebrating the 50th anniversary of Vietnam’s reunification.

Vietnam commemorated the 50th anniversary of national reunification with a grand ceremony and massive parade in Ho Chi Minh City.

The Dao Mau (Mother Goddess Religion) Museum built by artist Xuan Hinh spans 5,500 square meters and captivates visitors with its stunning, uniquely designed architecture.

Hundreds camped overnight on Ho Chi Minh City streets to watch the historic April 30 parade.

Fifty years ago today, pilots Tu De and Tran Van On were members of the "Quyet Thang" Squadron, participating in a historic, once-in-a-lifetime strike against Tan Son Nhat Airport.

A field medical station from Military Hospital 175 is on standby to safeguard public health during Vietnam’s April 30 parade.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse Le Thi Bich Tran shared breakfast, enjoyed Vietnamese coffee, and toured the National Museum of History with Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru and his spouse Ishiba Yoshiko.

Built on an expansive area spanning thousands of square meters, Song Vinh Church stands as a religious monument featuring the classic and elegant Gothic architecture of Western Europe.

After passing in front of the Independence Palace, the parade forces will split into four directions and move toward designated assembly points. Large LED screens have been installed along the routes to allow citizens to easily follow the event.

Exploring the Phu Tho Hoa Tunnels, young Vietnamese gain newfound respect for the resilience of previous generations.

Binh A Pagoda, located in Dong Thinh Commune, Nghia Hung District, Nam Dinh Province, is a renowned spiritual destination featuring Vietnam’s largest natural green stone statue of Amitabha Buddha.

Thousands of people gathered at Bach Dang Wharf Park to watch the rehearsal of a spectacular 10,500-drone display celebrating the 50th anniversary of national reunification.

This morning, Madame Le Thi Bich Tran, spouse of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, and Madame Ishiba Yoshiko, wife of Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru, visited the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism (Son Tay, Hanoi).

Schools across Vietnam have been filled with the vibrant red of the national flag shirts as students and teachers celebrate the 50th anniversary of the country’s reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025).

Helicopter views reveal Ho Chi Minh City's dramatic evolution into a bustling, colorful urban marvel after 50 years of reunification.

This morning (April 28), at the Presidential Palace, PM Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse, Le Thi Bich Tran, hosted an official welcome ceremony for Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru and his spouse, Ishiba Yoshiko.

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City shine in red and yellow to celebrate Vietnam’s 50th reunification anniversary.

Vietnam’s cavalry unit completes an epic 2,000km journey south, ready for April 30 celebrations.