On March 5, member of the Hanoi Party Standing Committee and Standing Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Duong Duc Tuan, head of the city's Committee for the Advancement of Women, visited and congratulated the Vietnam Women's Union and the Hanoi Women's Union for the International Women's Day (March 8).

At the headquarters of the Vietnam Women's Union, Le Thi Thuy, member of the Party Central Committee and Secretary of the Party Committee of the Vietnam Women's Union Central Committee, received the delegation.

On behalf of the leadership of Hanoi, Duong Duc Tuan congratulated the leadership of the Vietnam Women's Union Central Committee and expressed his hope that the organization will continue promoting its achievements and traditions as it enters a new development stage, fulfilling its mission within the Fatherland Front system and strengthening its role within the city's political system.

He emphasized that continuing the tradition of Vietnamese women described as "heroic, resilient, loyal and capable", the Vietnam Women's Union has introduced many innovations in organizational structure and activities while continuing to promote the strengths of women nationwide.

Affirming the longstanding relationship between Hanoi and the Vietnam Women's Union, Tuan said the capital remains committed to supporting the central union to effectively implement joint programs and cooperation activities.

The permanent vice chairman also shared that Hanoi is currently implementing major initiatives related to planning and institutional reform.

As a result, the capital's entire political system is expected to undergo significant changes and modernization. Notably, the number of female officials in Hanoi continues to increase at various levels.

In the upcoming election for National Assembly deputies and People's Council representatives, the proportion of female candidates is particularly high, reflecting substantive and effective participation.

Tuan also noted that Hanoi is a unique locality that includes mountainous ethnic areas, urban districts, rural communities and remote regions.

Therefore, attention to women's issues across all areas of society is essential to making the capital a national model in gender equality and women's development.

City leaders hope Hanoi and the Vietnam Women's Union will soon hold further discussions to implement specific cooperative initiatives, particularly in remote areas of the capital, ensuring that women's activities are comprehensive and contribute to overall progress.

Le Thi Thuy, member of the Party Central Committee and Secretary of the Party Committee of the Vietnam Women's Union Central Committee, expressed sincere thanks and deep appreciation to Hanoi's leadership for their consistent attention and support for the Vietnam Women's Union.

She said that current activities of the central union are focused on border regions, the Northwest, the Central Highlands, the Southwest region and island communities.

Thuy expressed hope for continued cooperation and support from Hanoi so that the union can carry out meaningful and focused initiatives.

She also expressed hope that within the broader Fatherland Front system, Hanoi will continue strengthening its support for women in the capital.

This includes facilitating closer coordination among the Committee for the Advancement of Women, the Vietnam Women's Union and the Hanoi Women's Union to implement specific pilot models.

Thuy also wished Hanoi continued success and achievements in its development journey toward building a modern, civilized capital with happy citizens.

Later, Standing Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Duong Duc Tuan visited and congratulated the Hanoi Women's Union, acknowledging and praising the important contributions of women's organizations at all levels to the city's development.

He emphasized that throughout many stages of the city's development, Hanoi women have consistently promoted the tradition of being loyal, creative, capable and elegant, contributing positively to all aspects of social life.

According to Tuan, despite changes in organizational structures, personnel and functions, the Hanoi Women's Union has maintained stability, unity and continuity across generations.

Women's organizations at all levels have proactively adapted to changes while ensuring consistent operations, contributing to the effectiveness of the city's political system.

As Hanoi enters a new development phase with higher growth expectations and a restructuring of development space alongside continued institutional reforms, Tuan noted that socio-political organizations, including the Hanoi Women's Union, play an increasingly important role in building social consensus and strengthening national unity.

The Standing Vice Chairman expressed hope that the union will continue to play a core role in women's affairs and proactively propose solutions related to organization, facilities and operational methods suited to new requirements.

As head of the city's Committee for the Advancement of Women, he affirmed his commitment to supporting the union and creating favorable conditions for it to fulfill its responsibilities.

On behalf of women members across the capital, Vice Chairwoman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Hanoi and Chairwoman of the Hanoi Women's Union Le Kim Anh thanked city leaders for their attention and support.

She said that in recent years the Hanoi Women's Union has maintained unity and preserved its traditions across generations while ensuring organizational stability despite major structural changes.

In 2025, the Hanoi Women's Union was recognized by the Vietnam Women's Union Central Committee as the leading unit among centrally governed cities, reaffirming the reputation and influence of the capital's women's movement.

Currently, women's organizations across the city are actively promoting awareness among members to support socio-economic development goals, strengthen environmental protection initiatives and promote civilized urban lifestyles at the grassroots level.

These efforts continue to contribute to the rapid and sustainable development of the capital.