Vietnam commemorated the 70th anniversary of its victory over French forces in Dien Bien Phu, a town in the northwest of the country, on May 7, reflecting on its historic fight for independence and freedom. The scars of the decisive battle, which brought an end to French colonial rule, can still be seen.
The ceremony, honoring the sacrifice and unity of the Vietnamese people, also highlighted the ongoing issues of corruption and power struggles within the Vietnamese Communist Party.
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